LAHORE: The rising prices of essential commodities in the open market have become a major concern for low-income families. Ghee and cooking oil, which are staple items in households, are now being sold at prices ranging from 500 to 560 rupees per kilogram.
In addition to the increased cost of ghee and oil, other basic food items have also seen a significant price hike. Different varieties of rice are now being sold for 320 to 500 rupee per kilogram, while sugar prices have surged to between 128 and 140 rupees per kilogram. A 20-kilogram bag of flour is currently prices between 1,730 and 1, 760 rupees.
