Punjab approves Rs10bn flour subsidy amid rising wheat prices

Profit by Pakistan Today reported that the Punjab government has cleared a Rs10 billion subsidy aimed at keeping flour within reach for consumers. Alongside it, the province will lift the quota of subsidised wheat sold to flour mills, fixed at Rs3,800 per maund. The approvals followed an urgent session chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif through a video link.

The gathering was convened to examine climbing wheat and flour costs across the province. Participants voiced unease about artificially driven increases and agreed on steps to keep supplies flowing and stop prices from rising further. Maryam Nawaz asked officials to deploy available resources to lighten the burden on households.

She also restated the government's pledge to keep flour and low-cost roti accessible. The meeting stressed that effective market intervention is needed to counter artificial price hikes and keep essential food items available.