Crime Branch, all Set for Prevention of Hoarding and Black Marketing of Covid Medicines in Odisha

Bureau,Odishabarta

Bhubaneswar:A meeting was held on Monday  at Bhubaneswar under the Chairmanship of Mr. Y K Jethwa, ADG ,CID CB with Mr Annada Shankar Das,Drug Controller, Mr.Soumenrda Priyadarshi,Commissionerate Police, Mr. Pankaj,DIG Special Task Force (STF) and officials of Crime Branch for prevention of hoarding and black marketing of Covid medicines and medical supplies.

According to source,7 squads in Cuttack – Bhubaneswar and 15 squads in rest of the State, comprising Drug Inspectors, officials of Crime Branch, Special Task Force and local police constituted for energizing enforcement to prevent hoarding and black marketing of Covid medicines in the State.

Verification drive is already underway. Verification of records and stocks covering the entire supply chain has been initiated. Sharp vigil and surveillance launched and intelligence network intensified.

Strong action under criminal laws will be taken against anyone indulging in hoarding, black marketing or any illegal acts.