A petrol price hike raises food prices across Pakistan, with vegetables and fruits becoming costlier as higher transport costs filter into retail markets.
Market sources say the jump in petroleum prices is already affecting food inflation in Karachi and Lahore, and they warn prices may climb further in the coming days.
In Lahore, tomatoes are being sold at Rs70–75 per kg, onions at Rs55–60, and ginger at Rs310 per kg.
For now, some staples remain relatively steady, with sugar at Rs160, 10kg flour at Rs910, and rice ranging from Rs250 to Rs400 per kg. However, market sources caution that these items could also rise if transport and supply costs continue to increase.
Read: Punjab Ramazan Fruit Prices Above Official Rates: Why
In Ramzan Nighaban markets, prices have remained comparatively stable despite the petrol hike, with onions at Rs50, tomatoes at Rs63, and ginger at Rs282 per kg, according to the report.
Karachi has also seen higher rates for everyday produce. Potatoes are being sold at Rs30 per kg, onions at Rs40, spinach bundles at Rs20–30, peas at Rs120, green chillies at Rs150, and ginger and garlic up to Rs400 per kg.
Also Read: Pakistan Petrol Price Increased Rs55 as Government Sets New Rates for Petrol and Diesel
Fruit prices have also moved up. Melons and guavas are being sold at Rs150 per kg, bananas at Rs350 per dozen, tangerines at Rs400 per dozen, and strawberries at up to Rs800 per kg.
Vendors say rising fuel costs are increasing transportation expenses, leaving them with little choice but to raise prices.
