Lahore’s Utility Stores Face Shortages of Essential Items
People in Lahore are struggling to find essential items at utility stores as supply disruptions persist. Flour, sugar, ghee, rice, pulses, and gram flour remain in short supply, leaving many low and middle-income families worried as they prepare for Ramazan shopping.
For past six months, utility stores in Lahore have failed to maintain regular stocks of basic commodities. Store managers confirm that they have not received the required supplies from government, making it nearly impossible to meet customer demands. Long queues and empty shelves have become a common sight, frustrating consumers who rely on these stores for affordable necessities.
With no other option, many shoppers have turned to local markets to purchase goods. However, skyrocketing prices in open market have made it ...
