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Rajshahi Trader Fined Tk 50,000 for Selling Expired Pesticides in Mohanpur

A Rajshahi trader has been fined Tk 50,000 for selling expired, unapproved, and overpriced pesticides.

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A Rajshahi trader has been fined Tk 50,000 for selling expired, unapproved, and overpriced pesticides. The penalty was imposed during a mobile court drive at Shyampur Haat in Mohanpur upazila.

Mobile Court Drive Uncovers Violations

The drive was led by Mohanpur Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) and Executive Magistrate Fahima Binte Akhter, with the participation of the Upazila Agriculture Officer and members of Mohanpur Police Station. During the operation at M/S Mohsin Krishi Ghar in Ghasigram Union, officials discovered expired and unapproved pesticides, tampered product labels, and overpricing.

Large Quantity of Pesticides Seized

A significant quantity of expired and unapproved pesticides was seized during the operation. The owner of the shop was fined Tk 50,000 under the Consumers' Rights Protection Act, 2009.

Ongoing Efforts to Protect Consumers

UNO Fahima Binte Akhter stated that the drive was conducted following a tip-off and that similar operations will continue in the public interest. The aim is to ensure that agricultural inputs sold in the market meet safety and quality standards.

Significance for Farmers and Consumers

The sale of expired and unapproved pesticides poses serious risks to farmers and the environment. Ensuring that only safe and approved pesticides are sold helps protect the health of farmers, the quality of agricultural produce, and the ecosystem. This enforcement action underscores the importance of regulatory compliance in the agricultural sector.

Source: BSS

FAQ

What was the trader fined for?
Selling expired, unapproved, and overpriced pesticides.
How much was the fine?
Tk 50,000.
Who led the mobile court drive?
Mohanpur Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) and Executive Magistrate Fahima Binte Akhter.

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