A mobile court in Tangail has imposed fines on fertilizer dealers for selling agricultural inputs at prices higher than the government-set rates. The operation, conducted on Wednesday (November 11), found evidence of overcharging at multiple retail outlets across the district.
Details of the Drive
Led by an executive magistrate of the district administration, the mobile court conducted surprise inspections at fertilizer shops. During the checks, authorities examined sales receipts and stock inventories, discovering that some traders were charging farmers more than the officially fixed price. Penalties were collected on the spot from those found responsible for the irregularities.Administrative Stance
Officials from the mobile court stated that the fertilizer market will remain under regular surveillance to protect farmers' interests. Strict legal action will be taken against anyone found selling fertilizer above the regulated price at any stage. Local agriculture officers have also been instructed to intensify monitoring to prevent such violations in the future.Farmers' Response
Local farmers have welcomed the administration's initiative. They noted that artificial shortages and price hikes during the planting season cause significant hardship. Farmers expressed hope that sustained drives by the authorities would help restore discipline in the market.Meanwhile, a similar operation was reported in Munshiganj on the same day, where fines were also imposed at fertilizer shops. Authorities have indicated that such enforcement drives will continue across various districts nationwide.