Understanding Penalties for Hoarding LPG Under Essential Commodities Act
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Learn about the penalties for hoarding LPG under the Essential Commodities Act, including confiscation and imprisonment measures to prevent supply issues.
The Essential Commodities Act was invoked to manage gas supplies.
A 20% cap on commercial LPG supply has been introduced.
Violations can lead to immediate confiscation of goods.
Penalties for hoarding include imprisonment and fines.