Jalandhar, May 9 -- Punjab authorities have issued stern warnings against hoarding essential goods, following reports of panic buying across several districts.

In Jalandhar, deputy commissioner Himanshu Aggarwal urged residents to avoid panic buying, reassuring the public that the Punjab government is prepared to provide full support during emergencies.

"Hoarding of essential commodities will not be tolerated and legal action will be taken against those found guilty of hoarding or black marketing," he said, adding that the Defence Fuel Supply Centre (DFSC) has been directed to closely monitor bulk purchases and share details of suspicious activities with the administration.

In Fazilka, district magistrate Amarpreeet Kaur Sandhu has imp...