KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur branch of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry uncovered 26 cases of traders violating regulations during inspections carried out under Ops Embun on Tuesday (March 17).
Its director Mohd Sabri Seman said the operation began at 2.30am at two key locations, the Kuala Lumpur Wholesale Market and Pudu Market, in conjunction with the Aidilfitri 2026 Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme (SHMMP).
He said some 500 traders were inspected, with offences including failure to display price tags, not using pink price labels for controlled items, and the use of uncertified weighing scales.
"Today's operation involved 55 enforcement officers to ensure traders comply with the maximum price scheme, which is in effect from March 14 to 28.
"To facilitate the process, we also used the iPayment system, allowing traders who commit offences to settle compounds online without having to visit KPDN offices," he said in a statement Tuesday.
On overall statistics, Mohd Sabri said that since the start of Ops Pantau on Feb 19, a total of 2,179 inspections have been conducted, covering pricing, supply, and promotional sales.
Of these, 1,465 inspections focused on pricing, while 441 inspections were carried out at bazaars to safeguard consumer rights during Ramadan.
"For 2026 to date, KL has recorded 162 cases, with seized goods valued at RM5.4mil and 11 individuals arrested. Compounds totalling RM121,000 have also been issued so far," he said. - Bernama
