Kuala lumpur: Consumers need not resort to panic buying despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia, as the supply of basic goods remains sufficient and well-controlled, according to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN).

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Kuala Lumpur chief enforcement officer, Mohd Shahran Mohd Arshad, stated that the ministry is continuously monitoring and supervising the prices and availability of goods throughout the period. He emphasized that the KPDN Kuala Lumpur assures the public that the supply of essential daily necessities is adequate and under control.

Mohd Shahran explained that monitoring is being carried out comprehensively across all 11 parliamentary constituencies in Kuala Lumpur to ensure the continuity of the supply chain. He added that 168 enforcement and price monitoring officers have been mobilized to oversee supply levels and pricing across the capital.

In his statement, Mohd Shahran revealed that his office is collaborating with appointed Dedicated District Retailers (DDR) and Dedicated District Wholesalers (DDW) to ensure that essential goods remain readily available in the market. Additionally, the ministry has engaged with oil-producing companies to maintain a sufficient supply of petrol and diesel at all stations, including those along major highways and in city centers.

He further mentioned that monitoring of controlled goods under the integrated Ops Tiris 4.0 would be intensified to curb any fraudulent activities. Mohd Shahran advised the public not to believe or spread unverified information that could cause unnecessary concern. Consumers who encounter issues related to the supply of essential goods are urged to report them directly to KPDN Kuala Lumpur for immediate action.