Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: A delegation of the Chamber of Traders Federation (CTF), Jammu led by its president Neeraj Anand today called on Rajinder Singh Tara, Controller, Legal Metrology J&K.
During the interaction, the CTF team discussed various issues concerning to the trading community of Jammu, particularly those related to the implementation of Legal Metrology laws and regulations.
Neeraj Anand highlighted the need for greater transparency, ease of doing business and regular stakeholder consultations to ensure smooth operations for local traders. The delegation also submitted suggestions aimed at strengthening compliance without burdening genuine business operators.
The Controller acknowledged the concerns raised by the Federation and reaffirmed the Department’s commitment to a fair, transparent and cooperative enforcement regime. He emphasized that the department aims to strike a balance between consumer protection and trader facilitation.
The Controller further assured that with active collaboration from the Chamber, the Department will organize awareness and re-verification camps across all districts. He informed that the Department is already working towards simplifying procedures as part of the Ease of Doing Business and Business Reform Action Plan.
“These initiatives aim to foster mutual trust, promote voluntary compliance and educate stakeholders about the provisions of the Legal Metrology laws,” Tara said and expressed hope that the Chamber will proactively encourage its members to strictly adhere to Legal Metrology norms, thereby minimizing violations and promoting responsible trade practices.
The meeting concluded on a positive note with a mutual commitment to work in collaboration for the betterment of the trade ecosystem in Jammu.
Others prominent office bearers of CTF present during the meeting were Shiv Kumar Gupta, Tushar Mahajan, Dinesh Gupta, Ajay Gupta and Sachin Gupta.
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