Prices of Essential Goods Soar in Pindi

Prices of essential goods soar in Pindi

The adverse effects of the federal and provincial budgets have rattled wholesale markets, trading hubs, and commercial centres across the board as prices of essential food items and commodities have surged dramatically. Starting next week, butchers, bakers, and milk vendors are also expected to announce substantial price increases, further straining low-income households. In the open market, sugar was sold at Rs190/kg, cooking oil Rs530 per litr…