CDA Chairman Inspects G-6 Ramazan Bazaar, Ensures Affordable Prices
News Desk
Islamabad: Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa, visited the Ramazan Bazaar in Sector G-6 on Monday to inspect the stalls and review the availability of essential food items at affordable prices.
His visit aimed to ensure the effective implementation of directives issued by the Prime Minister and the Interior Minister.
The Ramazan Relief Package, designed to ease financial burdens on citizens, has established relief bazaars across various sectors of Islamabad.
During the visit, Chairman Randhawa reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to curbing profiteering and ensuring the availability of quality food items at government-approved prices.
“Under the Ramazan Relief Package, these bazaars have been set up to provide essential items at affordable rates. So far, our teams have arrested 184 profiteers and imposed fines to safeguard consumers from exploitation,” he stated.
Randhawa engaged with shoppers at the bazaar, inquiring about the prices and quality of goods. Consumers expressed satisfaction, particularly appreciating the availability of staples such as ghee, rice, flour, and vegetables at reasonable prices.
“The prices here are significantly lower than in other cities, and the quality is excellent. This initiative is a blessing for us during Ramazan,” remarked a consumer.
During a briefing, officials informed the Chairman that strict monitoring and comprehensive planning had led to significant price reductions on essential items such as ghee, chicken, and eggs.
Vegetables, including potatoes, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and eggplant, are being sold at rates lower than those in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and other cities. Similarly, fruits are also available at comparatively lower prices, making these bazaars a preferred choice for residents.
Chairman Randhawa directed Assistant Commissioners and Price Control Magistrates to ensure the consistent availability of food items at government-approved prices. He emphasized the need for officers to be present at both low-price and wholesale markets to address complaints promptly.
“Officials must remain vigilant to prevent overcharging. Hoarders and profiteers will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” he asserted.
To enhance transparency, Randhawa instructed that official price lists be prominently displayed at all relief bazaars. He reiterated the administration’s commitment to providing relief to citizens during Ramazan and urged shoppers to adhere to the official price charts.
