Mokokchung businesses warned on misuse of domestic LPG

DIMAPUR — Additional Deputy Commissioner & CEO of Mokokchung Municipal Council (MMC), Atsungba Walling, has informed that it has come to the notice of the MMC that certain commercial establishments within Mokokchung town are engaged in the unauthorised use of domestic LPG cylinders (14.2 kg) for commercial purposes.

In an order, the ADC attention brought to the notice of the public and all concerned stakeholders that domestic LPG cylinders, as per Clause 3 of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order, 2000, are strictly for domestic use and cannot be used commercially.

This regulation aims to ensure safe and proper utilisation of LPG, preventing black market activities and potential hazards associated with unauthorised use, a DIPR report stated.

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Further, contravention of the above order is punishable under Section 7 (1) (a) (ii) of the Essential Commodities Act 1955.

In the interest of public safety and strict compliance with the law, the ADC notified that: all commercial establishments, including hotels, restaurants, bakeries, tea stalls, canteens and other business entities operating within Mokokchung municipal jurisdiction, shall use only commercial LPG cylinders supplied by authorised distributors for commercial activities; the use of domestic LPG cylinders (14.2 kg) for any commercial purpose is strictly prohibited.

“Any violation of this order shall invite penal action as per the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, in addition to sealing of the establishment, imposition of fines, cancellation of Trade Permit and other actions as deemed fit by the competent authority,” the order added.