Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain has said the government is committed to maintaining price stability and ensuring adequate sugar supply in the market.
He was chairing a high-level meeting with representatives of the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association and other key stakeholders in Islamabad today to review the ongoing sugar supply situation in the country. It was observed that several sugar mills are not adhering to the mutually agreed framework regarding the supply and release of sugar stocks. Despite repeated assurances, issues persist in the timely dispatch and availability of sugar in the market.
Taking serious note of the situation, Rana Tanveer Hussain announced that the government will now exercise strict oversight of sugar mill stocks. For this purpose, officials will be deputed to each sugar mill to monitor stock levels and ensure uninterrupted supply in accordance with agreed terms. The Minister also assured to resolve sugar industry's legitimate concerns in a timely manner.