Ministry warns of strict action

The Ministry of National Food Security and Research has warned of strict action against those involved in creating artificial shortage of wheat and wheat products by hoarding and smuggling the commodity. In a press statement on Saturday, the spokesman of the ministry reaffirmed government's commitment to ensure smooth supply of wheat in the local markets on official fixed rates. He added that Ministry of Food Security and Research Federal Secretary Umer Hameed Khan had discussed the position of wheat stocks and availability with provincial chief secretaries.

“The secretary had also assured that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure smooth supply of the commodity to fulfil the domestic requirements,” he said. “The government is also taking measures to check hoarding and profiteering of wheat in the local markets across the country.” 

The federal secretary also directed the concerned department to make sure that there should be no complaint of wheat and flour shortage from any part of the country.