PM takes notice of selling commodities at higher prices
Prime Minister Imran Khan took notice of overcharging by utility stores
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Imran Khan took notice of overcharging by utility stores despite providing a subsidy to stores.
Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Information and Broadcasting Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan said that PM has directed Utility Stores Corporation (USC) to sell sugar at Rs68 per kg and Ghee at Rs170 per kg.
She said that 20kg bag of flour will be available for Rs800. She maintained that pulses and rice are also available at subsidized rates.
She went on say that providing relief to the masses and bringing ease in the lives of the people are top priorities of the government.
She added that government will ensure the sale of food items on subsidized rates at the outlets across the country.
