A Peshawar Consumer Court has fined fashion brand Khaadi Rs50,000 over a shopping bag charge.

The case involved a customer who was charged Rs30 for a branded shopping bag. The bag carried the company’s logo and branding.

The court ruled that such bags can serve as promotional material for a business. Therefore, their cost should not be transferred to customers.

The decision also addressed the customer’s right to fair treatment. It stated that consumers should not be required to pay for promotional material used by brands.

The court ordered Khaadi to return the Rs30 charged for the shopping bag. The brand was also directed to pay Rs25,000 as compensation.

An additional Rs25,000 was imposed as a fine. The amount will be deposited into the government treasury.

The total financial liability imposed by the court amounts to Rs50,030. This includes the refund, compensation and government fine.

The ruling has highlighted the importance of consumer protection. It also draws attention to charges linked to branded shopping bags.

Shopping bags displaying company logos can provide advertising value to businesses. The court therefore treated the branded bag as promotional material.

The decision may also serve as a reminder for retailers and fashion brands. Businesses need to consider consumer rights when applying additional charges.

The case began after a customer challenged the Rs30 shopping bag charge. The complaint questioned whether a branded bag should be paid for separately.

The court examined the nature of the bag and its branding. It concluded that the company benefited from the promotional use of its logo.

As a result, the customer was not required to bear the bag’s cost. The court ordered the brand to refund the original amount.

The compensation was separate from the refund. The court also imposed a further penalty payable to the government.

The Khaadi case has brought renewed attention to shopping bag charges. Such fees are common at many retail outlets.

However, the ruling focuses specifically on bags carrying a company’s promotional branding. It reinforces the role of consumer courts in resolving such disputes.

The decision also sends a message to businesses about transparent pricing. Customers should be informed clearly about charges linked to their purchases.

For consumers, the ruling highlights the importance of knowing their rights. Customers can challenge charges they believe violate consumer protection rules.

The Khaadi ruling has therefore become a notable consumer protection decision in Peshawar. It highlights the financial and legal consequences of disputed retail charges.

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