ISLAMABAD, JUN 21: The Islamabad district administration has stepped up action against the illegal use of LPG cylinders in weekly markets, with nine shopkeepers taken into custody during an operation at the H-9 Sunday Bazaar.
The move is part of efforts to enforce a ban on LPG cylinder use in public market areas and improve safety arrangements for visitors and vendors, said the spokesman of ICT administration here.
The district administration announced that the use of LPG cylinders has been prohibited in Sunday bazaars across the federal capital. Officials said the restriction was introduced to reduce safety risks in crowded marketplaces and ensure smoother movement for shoppers.
During an inspection at the H-9 Sunday Bazaar, the Assistant Commissioner found several vendors using LPG cylinders in violation of the ban. Authorities also noted that some cylinders had been placed in the middle of market pathways, causing obstructions for customers.
As a result, nine shopkeepers were detained and shifted to a local police station. According to officials, the action was taken for blocking public passageways and for the unauthorized use of LPG cylinders despite clear instructions from the administration.
The district administration said that enforcement teams would continue monitoring markets to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The officials warned that further violations would lead to legal action.
Meanwhile, the Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad has directed all Assistant Commissioners to strictly implement the ban in their respective areas. The administration has been instructed to carry out regular inspections and take immediate action against any violations.
The authorities said the campaign aims to maintain public safety and prevent incidents that could arise from the improper use of LPG cylinders in crowded market environments.
