Over 800 Items Prices Reduced By Utility Stores Corporation
Here is one of the latest Update for all the Poor people in Pakistan who get their essential items from utility stores, 8171 BISP Beneficiaries also get subsidized foods from Utility Stores in smaller amounts so that they can save money and get all the beneficial items in an appropriate discount.
More than 800 necessities, including ghee, cooking oil, tea, and other domestic products, will now be cheaper, according to the Utility Stores Corporation.
UCS Reduced Prices Of More Than 800 Essential Items
Many people are not living a standard life and face so many challenges for even getting basic food items from casual stores, so for the convenience of these people in Pakistan many Utility Stores have been built that provide essential grocery items at a cheaper rate with good quality. In a recent notice by the Utility Stores Corporation, more than 800 Essential food items prices have been reduced.
بہت سے لوگ معیاری زندگی نہیں گزار رہے ہیں اور یہاں تک کہ کیژول اسٹورز سے بنیادی اشیائے خوردونوش حاصل کرنے کے لیے بھی بہت سے چیلنجز کا سامنا ہے، اس لیے پاکستان میں ان لوگوں کی سہولت کے لیے بہت سے یوٹیلٹی اسٹور بنائے گئے ہیں جو اچھے معیار کے ساتھ سستے داموں اشیائے ضروریہ فراہم کرتے ہیں۔ . یوٹیلیٹی اسٹورز کارپوریشن کے ایک حالیہ نوٹس میں آٹھ سو سے زائد اشیائے ضروریہ کی قیمتوں میں کمی کی گئی ہے۔ ایک نمائندے نے بتایا کہ قیمتوں میں کمی سامان کی بنیاد پر مختلف ہوتی ہے اور اس کی حد 8 سے 60 روپے تک ہوتی ہے۔
A representative stated that the price reductions vary based on the goods and range from 8 to 60 rupees.
USC Orders Companies to Reduce Prices
Many brands and items, including ketchup, ghee, cooking oil, tea, detergent, noodles, pickles, tetra pack milk, dry milk, spices, soap, and toothpaste, are affected by the price reductions. According to the corporation’s statement, the reduction is effective immediately.
Subsidy Under The BISP Program To Be Revived
The spokesperson stressed that although the Benazir Income Support Program subsidy is now on hold, it will soon be resumed under a new structure. There are no restrictions or difficulties for consumers buying these things, and more work is being done to lower the cost of other products.
Therefore Beneficiaries of the Benazir Kafaalat Program who used to buy subsidized essentials from the utility stores will soon get another surprise at these Utility Stores. The BISP has decided to give subsidized food under the BISP Program at these stores.
Federal Government Decision About Utility Stores
Due to financial restrictions, the federal government of Pakistan had previously explored closing utility retailers nationwide. The Senate Standing Committee was notified of this decision by Industry and Production Ministry Secretary Saif Anjum, who also revealed the Rightsizing Committee’s suggestions, which included the closure of utility stores and other businesses to save expenses.
Conclusion
The recent announcement about the reduction in prices of over 800 essential items by the Utility Stores Corporation is a significant relief for the poor and BISP beneficiaries in Pakistan. This step aims to make daily necessities like ghee, cooking oil, tea, and other household items more affordable for those who rely on subsidized goods from these stores. With plans to revive the subsidy under the BISP Program, more consumers will benefit from further discounts, ensuring continued support for the most deserving.