CHANGLANG, SEP 25:

The Changlang district administration conducted a series of surprise inspections across the district to ensure compliance with statutory provisions and curb illegal trade practices.

In Changlang township, a joint inspection was conducted in coordination with the departments of Trade and Commerce, Legal Metrology, Tax and Excise, and District Food and Civil Supplies. The inspection covered commercial LPG connections, trade licences, Legal Metrology compliance and awareness on the use of single-use plastics (SUP), among other aspects.

Around 26 business establishments were found using domestic LPG cylinders for commercial purposes instead of commercial cylinders. The establishments were served notices and directed to obtain commercial LPG connections within 15 days.

Meanwhile, the District Transport Office and Traffic Cell of Changlang Police conducted surprise Motor Vehicles (MV) checking at various locations, including Namtok and Namdang Check Gates and Yatdam market. Violators were challaned under applicable provisions.

Similar checking and enforcement drives were conducted in Yatdam and Namtok Circles by the district administration.

The administration said regular and surprise inspections would continue across the district to strengthen regulatory compliance, promote lawful business practices, improve road safety and safeguard public interest.