The hearing of the petition was adjourned till May 18 following the conclusion of arguments. PHOTO: FILEThe Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has formed an inquiry committee to look into the sale of milk at inflated prices in Karachi. The team has summoned representative organisations of dairy farmers on November 16, seeking details about milk being sold for more than the fixed rates. Consumer rights activists stated that instead of imposing fines on profiteers, concrete steps should be taken against them. Meanwhile, Dairy and Cattle Farms Association president Shakir Omar Gujjar said milk prices should be set in line with production costs and inflation, adding that authorities must set realistic prices that do not negatively impact those associated with the business.

Source: The Express Tribune November 09, 2020 03:00 UTC