Penang KPDN Seizes goods Worth Over RM3 Mln in Statewide Ops

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 11 (Bernama) — The Penang branch of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) has seized goods worth more than RM3.06 million in enforcement operations across the state from January until yesterday.

Its director, S. Jegan, said the seizures followed inspections of 67,564 premises, which led to 804 cases being recorded and compounds totalling RM461,800 issued.

He said most cases involved price-related offences, such as failure to display price tags and selling goods above the controlled price.

“During the period, we also received 2,288 public complaints, mostly on pricing (1,016), supply of controlled items (191) and other issues (1,081),” he told reporters after launching the Pasar Patuh Programme (3P) at Chowrasta Market here today.

Meanwhile, Jegan said the 3P programme aims to improve compliance among market traders by promoting clear price displays, accurate weighing tools and a clean business environment.

The Chowrasta Market was chosen for the pilot phase, involving 60 traders from wet, semi-dry, dry goods and non-halal sections, before the initiative is expanded statewide.

He added that the programme is a collaboration with local authorities, the Health Ministry, the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority, the Companies Commission of Malaysia and certified weighing equipment verifiers.

“The goal is to raise awareness among traders on the importance of following trade laws, fostering fair competition and protecting consumer interests,” he said.

— BERNAMA

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