The government and sugar mills have agreed to fix the ex-mill price of sugar at Rs165 per kilogram. This decision comes as retail sugar prices continue to surge across the country. The Ministry of National Food Security confirmed the agreement on Tuesday and directed provincial governments to enforce the new rates. Authorities will also ensure sugar availability to consumers at the fixed price.
Retail sugar prices have skyrocketed to as high as Rs200 per kilogram in major cities, including Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. This sharp increase has raised public concern and called for urgent government action to control prices.
According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the average sugar price was Rs145.88 per kilogram just a year ago. This means prices have risen nearly Rs55 per kilogram within one year. The last week alone saw a steep Rs35 increase, reflecting growing inflationary pressure in the market.
Sugar mills welcomed the government’s decision, stating that the fixed ex-mill price will help stabilize the industry. The agreed price aims to balance the interests of sugar producers while protecting consumers from further price hikes.
The Ministry of National Food Security assured the public that authorities will continue to monitor sugar supply and pricing closely. The government remains committed to preventing shortages and ensuring affordable sugar for all citizens.
This move is part of ongoing efforts to regulate the sugar sector and address market imbalances. Both the government and sugar mills hope that the fixed price will bring relief to consumers and maintain steady production levels.
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