The Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court today (05) imposed a fine of Rs. 500,000 on a supermarket in Wellawatte for selling rice above the government‑stipulated Maximum Retail Price (MRP).
According to the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA), the stipulated MRP for one kilogram of local Nadu rice is Rs. 230.
However, the supermarket was found to be selling it at Rs. 320 per kilo, overcharging consumers by Rs. 90.
The CAA said the detection was made during its continuous island‑wide enforcement operations conducted to curb traders who exploit consumers by inflating rice prices.
Urging consumers to always check the printed MRP when purchasing essential goods, the CAA reminded the public never to pay more than the stipulated price.
The public is requested to report violations immediately with proof, while complaints can be lodged via the CAA hotline 1977. (Newswire/ AI image)
