PM has given first task to Tiger Force for discouraging hoarding

ISLAMABAD (92 News) - Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan has given the first task to the Tiger Force volunteers for discouraging hoarding.

This decision was taken by the prime minister while chairing a high-level session regarding the ongoing efforts for price controlling on Tuesday.

Tiger Force has also been granted its first task to discourage hoarding and profiteering. The pilot project will be launched in Islamabad and initially about 9,000 shops will be monitored.

In order to control rising inflation in the country, PM Khan ordered strict action against hoarders and profiteers. Imran Khan has said that situation will improve significantly if government is successful in controlling hoarding in the country.

Tiger Force will work along with Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner. Volunteers of Tiger Force will point out shops that have not displayed rate lists or are involved in overcharging.

District Administration will immediately take action on identification of Tiger Force and a heavy fines will be imposed on shops if they are found involved in the practice.