Commissioner Karachi for selling ‘atta’ on govt fixed rates

KARACHI: Commissioner Karachi, Syed Hashim Raza Zaidi, has directed that selling of atta on the government's fixed rates be ensured in the metropolis.

He issued the directive to this effect to all the deputy commissioners.

Zaidi was presiding over a meeting to ensure stability in the price of "atta" as per the directive of Sindh Chief Minister, said a statement on Tuesday.

He directed the deputy commissioners in Karachi to ensure the sale of "atta' at the ex-mill rate of Rs 33 per kg and at retail rate of Rs 34.50 in their respective jurisdictions.

Zaidi directed that action be initiated against profiteers and a report in this regard be sent to him on daily basis.

He further instructed that it be ensured that the millers and the retailers are selling "atta" at the government-fixed rates.

Zaidi also called for action against those indulging in hoarding.