Egg Prices in Karachi Continue to Rise, Citizens Call for Action
Egg prices in Karachi are once again on the rise, frustrating consumers as the city administration struggles to enforce official rates.
According to the official price list, eggs should be sold at Rs 285 per dozen. However, in most markets across the city, prices range between Rs 300 and Rs 320 per dozen, making a basic household staple more difficult to afford.
Public Concerns
Shoppers have voiced concerns over the lack of price control. Many residents complain that authorities are not taking steps to enforce the listed rates.
“The administration is not taking any action. Prices are out of control,” one resident shared.
Retailers Defend Higher Prices
Retailers argue that they are being forced to sell at higher prices because poultry farms are charging them above-market rates. Shopkeepers claim there is little room to comply with government-set prices when wholesale costs remain elevated.
Impact on Households
The continuous price hike has made even simple meals like breakfast more expensive. Families say that without immediate action from the authorities, managing household budgets will become increasingly difficult.
Call for Intervention
Citizens are urging Karachi’s administration to step in and stabilize egg prices, stressing that essential food items should remain affordable for all households.
