In a major relief for the people of Punjab, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has officially directed a decrease in roti price in Punjab in response to the recent drop in flour price in Punjab. The government aims to ensure that the impact of reduced flour rates directly passed on to the masses, especially the low-income groups who are most affected by food inflation.
According to the directives issued by the Chief Minister, the roti price in Punjab is to be revised and brought down to what she termed a “historic low.” This move follows a noticeable decline in flour price in Punjab, with the provincial administration determined to make staple food items more affordable for the general public.
Maryam Nawaz emphasized that the benefit of falling flour prices must not limited to wholesale dealers or middlemen but should directly reach ordinary citizens. “The new roti price will determined proportionally to the drop in flour rates,” she stated, highlighting her government’s commitment to economic fairness and food accessibility.
In addition to addressing roti and flour prices in Punjab, the Chief Minister has also instructed price monitoring teams to keep a close watch on the rates of chicken, vegetables, and lentils. During a meeting, she said, “A poor child used to eat chicken at least once a week when it was affordable. If prices continue to rise, even that one meal becomes out of reach — and I will not tolerate that.”
This comprehensive approach aims to stabilise food prices across Punjab and shield vulnerable communities from the pressures of inflation. The government’s focus remains on ensuring that the drop in flour price in Punjab leads to tangible benefits in daily expenses for every household.
Price control committees and district administrations activated across the province to strictly monitor the enforcement of these revised rates, particularly in local markets and tandoors. Vendors found overcharging or violating the set roti prices in Punjab will face strict penalties.
The initiative widely welcomed by citizens, struggling with increasing costs of basic food items. As the new prices rolled out, banners displaying official rates expected to post outside tandoors and bakeries to ensure transparency and public awareness.
