Dhaka, Feb. 26 -- The government has announced plans to deploy local administration teams to monitor retail markets following widespread reports that 12kg liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders are being sold at rates significantly higher than the state-fixed price.

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir issued the warning on Thursday after a meeting with LPG importers and suppliers at the Secretariat, where he addressed the ongoing supply and pricing crisis.

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) recently set the price for a 12kg cylinder at Tk 1,356.

However, consumers report being charged over Tk 600 above this rate in several areas.

"We have received reports of overcharging at the retail level. Starting tomorrow, ...