In a significant operation, a mobile court in Narsingdi District disconnected several illegal gas connections in Shibpur and Madhabdi upazilas. Led by Nepal Kanti Deb, Assistant Commissioner and Executive Magistrate of the Narsingdi Deputy Commissioner's Office, the court removed unauthorized domestic and commercial gas connections and disconnected unregistered gas burners. Two cases were filed under the Bangladesh Gas Act, 2010, with fines totaling Tk 55,000 imposed. The district administration emphasized that this drive is part of ongoing efforts to prevent illegal gas use, reduce system losses, and ensure compliance with the law. Similar operations will continue across the district.
Operation Details
The mobile court, under the leadership of Nepal Kanti Deb, targeted both unauthorized domestic and commercial gas connections. The operation resulted in the disconnection of several illegal gas burners and the removal of unauthorized gas lines. The court also filed two cases under the Bangladesh Gas Act, 2010, reflecting a zero-tolerance approach to illegal gas usage.
Fines and Legal Actions
During the operation, the mobile court imposed fines totaling Tk 55,000. One case was filed in the area adjacent to Shibpur Model Police Station, where the offender was fined Tk 50,000. Another case in Madhabdi resulted in a fine of Tk 5,000. These actions demonstrate the district administration's commitment to enforcing gas regulations and ensuring public safety.
Ongoing Efforts
The district administration stated that this operation is part of continuous efforts to prevent illegal gas use and ensure compliance with gas regulations. Similar drives will be conducted regularly across Narsingdi District to maintain law and order and protect the natural gas supply system.
