Eidul Azha sees artificial price hike in Karachi as tomatoes, essentials soar

Eidul Azha sees artificial price hike in Karachi as tomatoes, essentials soar

The customary artificial surge in prices of vegetables and condiments ahead of Eidul Azha continues unabated this year, with rates of essential kitchen items increasing by up to 200 per cent in Karachi markets, Express News reported. According to a report, the price of tomatoes has jumped from Rs60 per kilogram to as high as Rs160 per kilogram, marking an increase of over 160 per cent within a week. The cost of garlic, which was retailing at Rs5…