Utility stores prices surpass market rates

Concerns have been raised as utility stores across the cities have been found to selling essential commodities such as flour, sugar, and rice at higher prices compared to the general market.

In stark contrast, a 20 kg bag of flour, which is priced at Rs2792 in the general market, is available at Rs2840 in utility stores.

Similarly, saila rice is marked at Rs53.40 per kg in utility stores, whereas it is priced at Rs317 per kg in the general market and Rs370 per kg in utility stores.

White gram, too, faces a notable price difference, being Rs13.53 more expensive in utility stores compared to the market. While white gram is priced at Rs391 per kg in the market, it is available at utility stores for Rs405 per kg.

Adding to the concerns, sugar is also being sold at a higher rate in utility stores, with a price tag of Rs155 per kg, compared to Rs146 per kg in the general market.