A sharp rise in flour prices across the country has intensified the hardships of citizens already struggling with high inflation. According to official documents released by the Federal Bureau of Statistics, the price of a 20-kilogram bag of flour has recorded significant increases in various cities over the past week. The data shows that flour […]
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Flour prices rise 30% in Sahiwal
SAHIWAL: Consumers in Sahiwal are facing a sudden surge in flour prices, which have increased by nearly 30 percent over the past few days. The sharp rise has sparked concern among residents, many of whom rely on flour as a staple food item. Read More: Flour prices go up in several cities across country Local market […]
Mounting wheat crisis looms as government delays import decision
Pakistan’s wheat market is showing signs of acute stress despite repeated government assurances of “sufficient stocks.” A few days ago, the Sindh cabinet approved the release of 1.265 million tonnes of wheat at Rs3,800 per 40kg to stabilise flour prices. Simultaneously, the Punjab government tightened interprovincial movement controls to curb speculation. Yet, wheat prices continue […]
Punjab govt, flour mills agree to control flour prices
The Punjab government and flour mill owners have reached an important agreement to control flour prices. After talks, mill owners agreed to supply limited amounts of flour to the market. This decision will allow about 800 flour mills across Punjab to reopen immediately. The mills will provide 10 and 20 kg bags of flour at […]
Punjab vows no flour price hikes despite floods: Azma Bokhari
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari said the province has no shortage of wheat. She warned that no one will be allowed to raise flour prices under the pretext of floods. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, she added that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is closely monitoring wheat and flour prices. However, some elements […]
Wheat and flour prices soar as floods hit Pakistan hard
Floods across Pakistan have caused a sharp rise in wheat and flour prices, putting millions under pressure. The price of a 20-kilogram flour bag jumped by Rs410 in just one month, reaching Rs1,810. In Sindh’s Sanghar district, flour prices increased from Rs80 to Rs125 per kilogram. Meanwhile, wheat prices soared by Rs700 per maund, making […]
Flour price hike hits Pakistani cities
Flour prices have risen sharply across Pakistan over the past week. The price of a 20-kilogram flour bag increased by up to 300 rupees in many cities. Karachi residents face the steepest rise, with flour now costing up to 2,100 rupees per 20 kg bag. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, cities like Karachi, […]