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Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti holds meeting with local shopkeepers to ensure compliance with licensing regulations

Shantinagar, May 7, 2023 - Shantinagar Gaon Sudhar Samiti (SGSS) held a meeting with local shopkeepers in the area to discuss issues related to licensing compliance. The meeting was chaired by Krishna Chettri, President of SGSS, and was attended by Panchayat Sumita Pradhan of Panchayat Ward No. 4, Deepa Chhetri of Panchayat Ward No. 5, and the shopkeepers of the area. During the meeting, it was communicated that those shopkeepers who were unable to attend today's meeting should be informed about the minutes and decisions made.



The meeting began with a two-minute silence to pay tribute to 25-year-old Shaheed Siddhant Chhetri, a Darjeeling resident serving in the Indian Army, who recently lost his life. Krishna Chettri then briefed attendees on the purpose of the meeting, which was to ensure compliance with licensing regulations for local shops. Nishant Chettri, a member of SGSS was the host of the day, the program was conducted very smoothly. 

During the meeting, it was noted that some shops in the area were operating without proper licenses. Shopkeepers were requested to obtain licenses within three months, failing which the samaj and local authorities would not be held responsible if they were found guilty when checked by the Department. It was also advised that shops should not sell items on closed days and maintain proper opening and closing timings. Each licensed shop should display its name and license information prominently.

Krishna Chettri also urged all house owners not to sublet their shops to other individuals. Shopkeepers were advised not to sell items above the printed price, expired items, or items without proper licenses. Overwriting on items should also be avoided.

All shopkeepers present at the meeting expressed their views on the matter. The meeting concluded with a commitment from all attendees to ensure compliance with licensing regulations.

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