Kuala Lumpur: Ops Pantau 2025 is being implemented starting today to ensure traders’ compliance throughout the month of Ramadan and leading up to Hari Raya Aidilfitri, in accordance with the laws enforced by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN). Its Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali stated that the operation is being carried out in a coordinated and targeted manner nationwide, focusing on key locations such as Ramadan and Aidilfitri bazaars, public markets, wet markets, supermarkets, and grocery stores.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, inspections under Ops Pantau will focus on monitoring several aspects, including the supply and pricing of goods, discount sales, the use of weighing instruments, the sale of counterfeit products, halal labelling, and the sale of essential items for Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Armizan emphasized that KPDN will enhance the presence of enforcement officers at locations frequently visited by consumers, utilizing STAR Vans, Patrol Cars, and Motorcycle Patrol Units.

KPDN will also optimize its Enforcement Command Centre, which will be active daily from 8 am to 8 pm, ensuring swift follow-up actions on complaints, information, or inquiries from consumers. The ministry reminded traders to adhere to regulations and uphold ethical business practices through the Biz-BERKAT initiative.

Earlier, Armizan participated in inspections at Giant Supermarket in Seri Kembangan, the RAHMAH MADANI Sales Programme at Pangsapuri Permai in Kuala Lumpur, and Lotus’s Supermarket in Kajang. These visits aimed to monitor current supply issues in the market while observing PJRM operations at the grassroots level.

Armizan instructed the KPDN Enforcement Division to conduct more frequent and targeted monitoring at retail premises across the country during Ramadan and leading up to Syawal.