Tuesday, July 2, 2024 03:36 PM
As Eid-ul-Fitr approaches, Quetta residents are grappling with soaring prices of essential vegetables and fruits, leading to budget strains. Calls for price control committee intervention to regulate market rates and ensure affordability during the festive season.
As the festive occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr draws near, residents of Quetta are facing a significant spike in the prices of essential vegetables and fruits in the local market. The escalating costs of daily staples have put a strain on the budget of the citizens, with items like ginger, garlic, tomatoes, lemons, and onions witnessing substantial price hikes.
The sudden surge in prices has prompted concerns among the residents, who are urging the authorities to take immediate action to regulate the market rates. The citizens have called for the intervention of the price control committee to address the soaring costs and ensure affordability during the festive season.
The pre-Eid price surge in Quetta highlights the challenges faced by consumers in accessing basic food items at reasonable prices. As the community prepares to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, the need for effective price control measures becomes paramount to safeguard the interests of the public and promote economic stability in the market.