Another reason being attributed to the crisis under the current circumstances, is the distribution of ration by donors among those affected by the lockdown, which has created an unprecedented demand of wheat flour in market. The Flour Mills Association on Monday, clearly instructed its members that wheat supply should not face any disruption amid lockdown period for the sake of public welfare. On the same day, the deputy commissioner also appointed patwaris to flour mills, in a bid to ensure accountability. However, the food department, based on tracking points, sent over 35,000 bags out of which a total of 31,000 bags were sold out. “Moreover, the ban on flour supply imposed by Sindh Foods a few days ago has severely affected Punjab’s flour production.

Source: The Express Tribune April 06, 2020 03:56 UTC