Khanewal (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 6 March 2026) The district administration has announced a zero-tolerance policy against artificial shortages and excessive charging of goods. gasoline And diesel throughout the region.
The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Deputy Director Maliha Rasheed, where it was decided to conduct immediate inspections of petrol pumps throughout the district.
The meeting reviewed the availability of petroleum derivatives. price Control measures and beautification initiatives before Eid The Deputy Commissioner directed the Assistant Commissioners to take strict action against petrol station owners involved in artificial shortages or hoarding.
It issued instructions that violators may face fines of up to one million rupees and closure of their petrol pumps if they are found responsible for creating an artificial shortage or overcharging customers.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner General Ghulam Mustafa Sial, Assistant Commissioners and a number of officers concerned.
Deputy Commissioner Maliha Rasheed further stated that the Petroleum Merchants Association would also be included blackboard To ensure that there is no interruption in gasoline supplies in the region.
She explained that there is currently no shortage of gasoline or diesel in the area, but precautionary steps are necessary to prevent any potential problems.
The meeting also directed price control judges and other enforcement teams to increase field inspections to ensure the sale of essential commodities food Items are in official notification Prices.