Water bottle sold above MRP at temple: Commission orders Rs 7 lakh penalty

A temple shop licensee must pay Rs 7 lakh to the consumer welfare fund. This penalty was for charging Rs 25 for a water bottle marked at Rs 18. The commission also ordered a refund and compensation to the affected consumer. The ruling highlighted unfair trade practices at a major pilgrimage site. Such actions aim to protect consumers and ensure fair pricing.

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