Sindh, Oct. 12 -- The sharp increase of PKR 2,500 in the price of a wheat bag has sparked criticism of the Pakistani government over its failure to contain inflation and protect ordinary citizens from escalating food costs, as reported by The Express Tribune.

According to The Express Tribune, Hyderabad SITE Association of Trade and Industry (HSATI) Chairman Zubair Ahmed Ghanghra said soaring wheat and flour prices were worsening the financial difficulties of low- and middle-income families already struggling to afford necessities. He urged the authorities to intervene immediately to stabilise prices and ensure access to essential food items at affordable rates.

Ghanghra pointed out that the government had previously procured wheat from ...