KARACHI (Dunya News): The Sindh government has increased flour prices ahead of the holy month of Ramazan, adding to the financial strain on citizens already grappling with rising inflation.
According to official notifications, the retail price of flour has been raised by Rs 8 per kilogram, fixing the new rate at Rs 107 per kg, while a 10-kg flour bag will now sell for Rs 1,070.
The decision was formally announced by the Commissioner Karachi, and the new prices have taken effect immediately.
The notification further states that the ex-mill price of flour has been set at Rs 104 per kg, with a 10-kg ex-mill bag priced at Rs 1,040. Overall, the price of a 10-kg bag has increased by Rs 80.
In December 2025, the official rate of flour was fixed at Rs 99 per kg, but authorities have failed to ensure its availability at government-set prices across Karachi.
Consumers report that flour is not available at official rates in retail markets.
Instead, shopkeepers are selling flour at Rs 125 per kg, with a 10-kg bag priced at Rs 1,250, while chaki flour is being sold at Rs 140 per kg in various parts of the city.
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The price hike ahead of Ramazan has sparked public concern, as flour remains a staple food item for households across Sindh.