Govt reviews food stocks, plans measures to curb inflation

September 11, 2025 (MLN): Government has placed price stability and protection of vulnerable households at the centre of its economic agenda as efforts intensify to contain inflationary pressures across Pakistan.

The second meeting of the Steering Committee for Assessment of Inflationary Trends was held today under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb.

The forum reviewed domestic and international factors influencing price dynamics and outlined measures to safeguard the purchasing power of citizens, especially low-income groups and flood-affected communities.

A detailed review of essential commodities, including wheat, sugar, rice, edible oil, onions, and tomatoes, was undertaken.

Wheat stocks remain sufficient, while initial assessments indicate manageable damage to rice and sugarcane crops.

The finance minister stressed strict vigilance against market speculation to prevent artificial price hikes.

The committee also assessed preparations for the upcoming sowing season, highlighting the need to ensure timely availability of seeds and agricultural inputs.

The Finance Minister directed NDMA, SUPARCO, and the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics to work with provincial governments for accurate crop damage assessments.

The session was attended by federal secretaries, senior officials from relevant ministries, the State Bank of Pakistan, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, and the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI).

The committee will reconvene next week to review progress and take further measures to stabilize prices. 

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