Cigarette Manufacturer and Retailer Fined for Overpricing

A cigarette manufacturer and a retailer have been fined Rs 10 lakh for selling cigarette packs above the printed maximum retail price (MRP). The fine was imposed after it was found that packs were sold Rs 20 above the MRP.

18 Jun, 07:02 — 18 Jun, 07:02

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual11h ago

Sold cigarettes above printed price: Manufacturer, retailer fined Rs 10 lakh

A consumer commission in Aligarh has fined a cigarette manufacturer and a retailer Rs 10 lakh for overcharging a customer Rs 20 above the printed price. The commission ruled the seller acted as the manufacturer's agent, making both liable for unfair trade practices. The duo must also compensate the complainant.

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