Minister stresses price compliance
Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Sunday paid a surprise visit to H-9 Ramazan Bazaar to assess arrangements for essential goods and pricing controls.
The minister visited stalls linked to the Prime Minister's Relief Package, engaged with shoppers, and received updates on citywide measures to stabilize prices during the holy month.
During the visit, the minister examined the quality and availability of subsidized fruits and vegetables at government-run stalls.
He spoke directly with customers to gather feedback on affordability and supply. The district administration officials confirmed that 15 key food items are being sold at reduced rates.
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