Bengal

Kolkata: State Consumer Affairs minister Biplab Mitra on Thursday urged for tighter coordination among enforcement agencies, industry bodies and civil society to protect consumers and safeguard legitimate businesses.

Speaking at a FICCI CASCADE seminar on “Strengthening Security: Strategies to Combat Counterfeiting and Smuggling”, Mitra said illicit trade exposes consumers to unsafe products and weakens the market ecosystem. “Protecting consumer rights requires a united effort from government agencies, industry and the community. Awareness and vigilance are our strongest tools,” he said. The minister noted that the state is increasingly using technology and intelligence-based surveillance to track illicit activities, particularly along border and coastal areas.

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