Govt Launches Op Pantau To Monitor Prices During Ramadan Aidilfitri

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Op Pantau’s key focus is on Ramadan and Aidilfitri bazaars, public markets, wet markets, supermarkets and grocery stores, the ministry said.
PETALING JAYA: The domestic trade and cost of living ministry’s Op Pantau 2025 begins today to ensure traders’ compliance throughout the month of Ramadan and leading up to Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
Domestic trade and cost of living minister Armizan Mohd Ali said the operation will be carried out at retail outlets nationwide, in a coordinated and targeted manner, in accordance with the laws enforced by the ministry, Bernama reported.
He added that key locations include Ramadan and Aidilfitri bazaars, public markets, wet markets, supermarkets and grocery stores.
“Op Pantau will monitor several aspects, including the supply and pricing of goods, discount sales, the use of weighing instruments, the sale of counterfeit or pirated products, halal labelling and the sale of essential items for Hari Raya Aidilfitri,” he said in a statement today.
He added that there will be more enforcement officers assigned to locations frequently visited by consumers.
According to Armizan, where possible, these officers will be supported by the ministry’s STAR Vans (consumer complaints and resolution squad).
He said the ministry will also optimise the operation of its enforcement command centre, which will be active daily from 8am to 8pm, to ensure swift follow-up action on complaints and inquiries from consumers.
The ministry reminded all traders to adhere to relevant regulations and to uphold the commitment to ethical business practices through the Biz-Berkat initiative (Business Compliance with Ethical and Legal Codes). - FMT

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