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CCP Targets 17 Schools Over Pricey Uniforms, Supplies
11/23/2025
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- The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has issued show-cause notices to 17 private school systems.
- The notices allege these schools forced parents to buy logo-bearing stationery and uniforms from exclusive vendors.
- The schools educate nearly half of Pakistan's students.
- The inquiry found prices for required items can reach up to 280% above market rates.
- The CCP set a 14-day response period and penalties up to 10% of annual turnover.
