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Ramadan Struggles: Families Face Soaring Food Prices in Pakistan

3/4/2025

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As Ramadan unfolds in Pakistan, families grapple with skyrocketing food prices, particularly in Lahore and Karachi. Despite government attempts to regulate costs, many retailers continue to exploit the situation. There’s a growing call for authorities to tighten enforcement and offer support to those in need during this sacred time.

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Story summary

As Ramadan unfolds in Pakistan, families grapple with skyrocketing food prices, particularly in Lahore and Karachi. Despite government attempts to regulate costs, many retailers continue to exploit the situation. There’s a growing call for authorities to tighten enforcement and offer support to those in need during this sacred time.