Officials Raid Tobacco Shops Near Schools in Jamshedpur

Three Shops Fined for Violations in Kadma Near KPS School

Key Points:

  • Surprise inspection conducted within 100 yards of private schools
  • Officials fine three shopkeepers Rs 600 for regulatory violations
  • Team warns against selling tobacco products without statutory warnings

JAMSHEDPUR – Following Deputy Commissioner Ananya Mittal’s directives, officials conducted surprise raids on shops selling tobacco products near schools.

The inspection team operated under Dhalbhum Sub-divisional Officer Satabdi Majumdar. Moreover, Executive Magistrate Sudipta Raj and Food Safety Officer Manzar Hussain participated in the drive.

Enforcement Action

Officials focused their inspection around KPS School in Kadma. Meanwhile, they examined tobacco product packets at all nearby shops.

Regulatory Measures

The team issued strict warnings about selling tobacco products near educational institutions. Furthermore, they emphasized compliance with statutory warning requirements.

Future Compliance

Officials have warned of stricter actions against future violations. Additionally, regular monitoring will continue to ensure adherence to regulations.

The initiative aims to protect students from tobacco exposure. Besides, authorities plan to extend these checks to other school zones.

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