ISLAMABAD: Sugar prices in the country continue to rise across the country, making it hard for the public to meet their daily needs.
Sugar is priced at Rs 178 per kg in wholesale markets, while sugar is being sold at Rs 190 per kg at the retail level.
There are also rumors that sugar is being sold at Rs 200 per kg in some areas of the city, and the administration is yet to control the prices.
Sugar price in Lahore
Market sources say that the wholesale price of sugar in Lahore has reached Rs 179, while sugar is being sold at retail shops for Rs 185 to 190 per kg.
According to market sources, sugar is also likely to become more expensive due to a shortage.
Sugar prices in Quetta
In addition, the price of sugar per kg has continued to increase in Quetta. This week, after an increase of Rs 5 per kg in the price of sugar, sugar is being sold at Rs 190 per kg.
According to market sources, the retail price of sugar has increased by Rs 10 per kg during the current month, and the price is likely to increase further due to the difference in demand and supply.
Sugar price in Peshawar
The price of sugar per kg in Peshawar has increased by Rs 10 to 20 in 2 weeks.
Sugar price in Rawalpindi
Similarly, the price of sugar is being seen to increase in Rawalpindi too.
According to market sources, the price of sugar per kg in the wholesale market is Rs 182 to 185. The price of a 50 kg bag of sugar has reached Rs 9,000 to Rs 9,500.
According to market sources, prices will increase until the imported sugar reaches the market, and the price of sugar in the market may increase by Rs 200.
