Flour prices have risen sharply across Pakistan, with the price of a 20-kilogram (Kg) bag increasing by as much as Rs.400 in a week, according to a report.
According to a report, the price of a 20kg bag has reached Rs.3,400 in provincial capital cities, Karachi, Peshawar, and the capital Islamabad.
In Rawalpindi, the price rose by Rs.347 to Rs.3,333, while in Sialkot it increased by Rs.333 to Rs.3,133.
In Multan, the price rose by Rs.66 to Rs.2,866. However, flour prices remained unchanged in Lahore, where a 20kg bag continued to sell for Rs2,300.
In Faisalabad, the price also remained stable at Rs2,200.
In Sukkur, a 20kg bag became Rs.300 more expensive and is being sold at Rs.3,060. Prices in Hyderabad rose by Rs.200 to Rs.3,200.
In the capital city of Balochistan, Quetta recorded an increase of Rs.70, taking the price to Rs.3,030.
