चाडपर्वमा कालोबजारी र अस्वाभाविक मूल्यवृद्धि नगर्न प्रशासनको आग्रह
MAHENDRANAGAR, Oct 16:
The local administration has urged traders and the public not to create artificial shortages of food grains, fuel, and gas, nor to engage in black-marketeering, abnormal price hikes, or the sale of substandard and expired food items during the festive season.
On Thursday evening, Kanchanpur Chief District Officer (CDO) Madan Koirala issued a special notice requesting citizens, stakeholders, offices, and organizations to be mindful of their duties and responsibilities to maintain peace, security, and harmony in society during Bada Dashain, Tihar, and Chhath festivals.
He also urged people to refrain from purchasing, selling, transporting, or using celebratory items and explosives such as fireworks, firecrackers, gunpowder, and other fire-prone materials. Furthermore, the local administration warned against illegal activities including gambling, lotteries, kauda (traditional gambling), and betting under the guise of festivals, as well as creating disturbances by consuming alcohol in public places.
CDO Koirala also advised caution regarding online shopping, illegal lotteries, and offers or scams from unfamiliar individuals via social media. He emphasized that traditional festivals should be celebrated respectfully by preserving cultural values, showing respect to all religions, castes, and cultures, and maintaining social harmony and brotherhood while avoiding extravagance and undesirable activities.
Additionally, the administration directed all subordinate bodies to keep essential and emergency services—such as hospitals, ambulances, fire engines, excavators, manpower, and fuel—on high alert, and to remain prepared for potential risks arising from changing weather conditions.
Meanwhile, the District Administration Office inspected meat shops in Mahendranagar market on Thursday evening. CDO Koirala shared that unwholesome meat was seized and confiscated during the inspection.
— RSS/Unified Nepal
