Quetta Flour Prices Rise Again Amid Wheat Shortages

Flour prices in Quetta, Pakistan have increased for the second time this month, adding to the financial struggles of citizens. The price of a 20-kilogram bag of flour has risen by Rs 70, from Rs 2,850 to Rs 2,920.

The increase is attributed to rising wheat prices and difficulties in procuring wheat due to supply chain issues. Flour mill owners claim they are struggling to obtain wheat at affordable rates, leading to higher production costs that are then passed on to consumers.

Citizens have expressed concern over the repeated price hikes, citing ongoing inflation as a major factor in making flour unaffordable for many households. They urge the government and relevant authorities to take immediate action to stabilize flour prices by ensuring an adequate wheat supply.