Four individuals have been fined MVR 20,000 each for violating the Tobacco Control Act, which bans the use, sale, and distribution of vapes. The amended law, effective December 15, imposes fines ranging from MVR 5,000 for usage to MVR 50,000 for selling to minors, with importers also facing penalties. Violators are notified via mobile messages with payment links, as authorities stress compliance alongside increased excise duties on tobacco products.