Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- The Punjab Government has allocated Rs 3.433 billion to extend its network of Model Bazaars, expanding access to affordable essentials across 13 new cities. This expansion supports the government's ongoing commitment to affordable public services and economic empowerment. These markets will not only provide essential goods at rates below the standard market prices but also create an accessible, low-cost platform for small businesses, aiding economic resilience at the grassroots level.

Initially, the Punjab Model Bazaars Management Company (PMBMC) aimed to set up markets in ten cities with a budget of Rs. 2.5 billion. However, a strategic review led to an expansion to 13 cities, increasing the funding to Rs. 3.433 bill...