Nepal, Jan. 14 -- During a monitoring and inspection of the markets, the firms were found flouting regulations. As a result, the department imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on BS Dhawalagiri Traders and Rs 15,000 on Sindhu Materials Pvt. Ltd.

The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection has imposed a cash fine on two firms. During a monitoring and inspection of the markets, the firms were found flouting regulations. As a result, the department imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on BS Dhawalagiri Traders and Rs 15,000 on Sindhu Materials Pvt. Ltd.

The Department has stated that the two firms were penalized as they were found operating contrary to the provisions mentioned in the Consumer Protection Act, 2075 BS. Of the 14 firms monito...