Centre keen on protecting rights of consumers from unfair trade, says Joshi

UNION Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi said on Saturday that the Centre is committed to protecting consumers' rights from unfair trade practices and promoting sustainable consumption.

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"Government's initiatives, including eco-labelling programs, protection against unfair trade practices in the e-commerce sector, strengthening the regulatory framework against greenwashing, and establishing consumer grievance platforms, are empowering consumers," Joshi said during an event, called 'A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles', on the World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD).