Archive · 2 Aug 2026
West Bengal Ministers Inspect Markets to Curb Overpricing
West Bengal ministers went to two markets in the East Bardhaman district early in the morning.
They wanted to see if vegetables were being sold at fair prices and if the markets were safe and clean.
The ministers talked to buyers, sellers, and shoppers.
One minister said she didn’t find big complaints but saw some security and infrastructure problems.
Women in the market asked about government welfare programs and old‑age pensions.
The ministers promised to forward their concerns to the right departments.
The whole visit was part of a state effort to stop profiteering and keep food prices reasonable for everyone.
State ministers Moumita Biswas Mishra and Kalita Majhi visited markets in Bardhaman and Guskara on Sunday morning.
The inspections were part of Bengal’s Enforcement Branch drive to curb overpricing and black marketing.
Ministers interacted with buyers, vendors, and shoppers to assess prices, market conditions, and security.
Moumita Biswas Mishra reported no major complaints but noted needed improvements in security and infrastructure.
Women in Guskara raised concerns about eligibility for the Annapurna Yojana and old‑age pension benefits.
- Who
- West Bengal State Ministers Moumita Biswas Mishra and Kalita Majhi
- What
- Conducted surprise inspections of local markets to assess vegetable prices and market conditions
- When
- Sunday morning
- Where
- East Bardhaman district, Bardhaman and Guskara civic towns
- Why
- To curb overpricing, prevent black marketing, and ensure reasonable prices for consumers
- Ministers
- Moumita Biswas Mishra, Kalita Majhi
- Location
- East Bardhaman district, Bardhaman and Guskara
- Agency
- Bengal’s Enforcement Branch (EB)
- Purpose
- Check overpricing and profiteering
- Date
- Sunday morning