Pakistan, July 21 -- Sugar prices in Karachi dropped by Rs10 per kilogram this week, bringing relief to consumers. Wholesale rates have fallen to Rs174 per kg, while retail prices now range between Rs180 and Rs185 in various markets across the city.

However, the situation in Punjab remains tense. The province is facing a sugar supply crisis as dealers and mills clash over newly set government rates. The federal government fixed prices at Rs165 for mills and Rs173 for retail, but sugar dealers claim that mills are still selling at Rs176 per kg.

Due to this price conflict, sugar deliveries in Punjab have been suspended. Some areas are now seeing prices spike to Rs200 per kg, leaving consumers frustrated. The deadlock is deepening concerns...