Pakistani authorities announced fixed sugar rates for Islamabad and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following nationwide price increases. Officials set retail costs at Rs172 per kilogram for the capital while establishing ex-mill rates at Rs165 per kilogram. Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon ordered Assistant Commissioners to enforce these prices strictly. Authorities promised severe penalties for merchants who charge above approved amounts. Citizens received instructions to report any pricing violations they encounter.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Food Department implemented similar ex-mill pricing at Rs165 per kilogram. The province will increase rates by Rs2 monthly until October 15, reaching Rs171 per kilogram maximum. These regulations address market volatility that pushed sugar costs between Rs190 and Rs200 per kilogram across various cities. Government officials acknowledged that sharp price fluctuations prompted these emergency measures. Pakistan plans sugar imports to stabilize the domestic supply and control market instability.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Food Department implemented similar ex-mill pricing at Rs165 per kilogram. The province will increase rates by Rs2 monthly until October 15, reaching Rs171 per kilogram maximum. These regulations address market volatility that pushed sugar costs between Rs190 and Rs200 per kilogram across various cities. Government officials acknowledged that sharp price fluctuations prompted these emergency measures. Pakistan plans sugar imports to stabilize the domestic supply and control market instability.
