Lahore: 'Roti' price increases Rs2 without district govt's permission
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District government and Nanbai Association still at standstill over pricing amid political unrest
LAHORE (Dunya News) - The district government and the Roti Nanbai Association are still at a standstill over the pricing of ‘Roti’ due to political unrest.
In Lahore, the price of bread was automatically raised by Rs2 and resultantly instead of selling one ‘Roti’ for Rs14, it was now being sold for Rs16. However, the district government has not yet released a notification regarding the rise in the price.
By automatically increasing the price by Rs2, the Nanbai Association has opposed the administration s writ.
According to Aftab Gul, president of the Nanbai Association, the additional load was not being supported as they were unable to pay the employees salaries. He said that if the government retaliates they will choose the route of protest by sealing the ovens.
On the other hand, Deputy Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali warned that tandoor proprietors will face a stern crackdown if they raise the price.
It should be noted that the price climbed from Rs12 to Rs14 in accordance with the official notice two and a half months ago and has since increased by Rs4.
