Islamabad, Mar 6, 2025: Multan residents are grappling with an unprecedented rise in lemon prices, making it difficult for many to afford the essential fruit.
Currently, lemons are being sold for as much as Rs. 250 per kilogram, causing frustration among buyers.
The steep increase has forced people to seek alternatives, with some considering tamarind or dates as substitutes.
Shoppers recall that before Ramadan, lemons were priced at around Rs. 80 per kilogram, but now the rates have nearly tripled
. “It’s becoming impossible for an average household to afford lemons at these prices,” complained a local resident.
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Despite the government setting the official price at Rs. 76 per kilogram, market vendors are charging significantly higher rates, ranging from Rs. 200 to Rs. 250 per kilogram.
This has sparked concerns over profiteering, with traders allegedly taking advantage of increased demand.
A vendor candidly admitted to price manipulation, stating, “I purchase lemons at Rs. 160 per kilogram and resell them for Rs. 250 or even Rs. 300 to maximize profits.”
Frustrated citizens are urging the authorities to intervene and regulate market prices.
They are calling for strict action against profiteers to curb artificial inflation and ensure fair pricing for essential commodities.
