Flour price drops, but why 20kg bag still costs Rs3,250
However, the market price remains Rs610 higher than the official rate, keeping pressure on household budgets.
Flour Price Falls in Quetta Market
Market sources said a 20kg bag of flour is now selling for Rs3,250 in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan. The same bag was priced at Rs3,340 a day earlier, marking a reduction of Rs90 in just one day.
The decrease may offer some relief to families struggling with rising food costs. However, flour remains expensive for many consumers despite the latest price cut.
Market Rate Remains Above Official Price
The Quetta district administration has fixed the official price of a 20kg flour bag at Rs2,640. At the current market price of Rs3,250, consumers are paying Rs610 more than the government’s set rate.
This gap means the price reduction has not brought flour down to the officially approved level. Citizens continue to face higher costs when buying this essential food item from the market.
Citizens Seek Action From District Administration
Flour is a basic part of daily meals, and changes in its price directly affect household spending. Even a small increase can put extra pressure on families already dealing with high living costs.
Citizens expect the district administration to take effective steps to ensure flour is available at the official price. They want stronger market checks so that consumers can buy essential food items at affordable rates.
Price Monitoring Remains Important
Regular market inspections and enforcement of official rates could help reduce the financial burden on consumers. However, no further details have been announced about whether flour prices will fall again or increase in the coming days.
The recent decrease is a positive development, but the difference between the official and market prices remains a major concern. Consumers are likely to benefit more if the authorities ensure that shops follow the notified rate.
The Rs90 reduction offers limited relief to people in Quetta. The bigger issue is that the 20kg bag still costs Rs610 more than the official price, making effective price enforcement essential.
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