According to sources, detailed discussions took place between Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. These consultations focused on urgent measures to help citizens cope with increasing living costs.

Sources said Nawaz Sharif directed that fuel prices should be reduced without delay to ease the financial burden on the public. His input played an important role in the final decision.

Following these discussions, the prime minister approved a reduction in petroleum prices. The move is seen as part of broader efforts to control inflation and support the public.

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Sources further added that Nawaz Sharif also emphasized the need to fully implement an austerity plan. This includes reducing unnecessary government expenses and improving financial discipline.

Officials indicated that more relief measures may be announced in the coming days as part of ongoing efforts to manage economic challenges and reduce the impact of inflation.

The development comes at a time when citizens are struggling with high prices of essential goods, and fuel price changes directly affect transportation and daily life costs.