ISLAMABAD: Prime Mini­ster Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed strict action against those hoarding sugar and creating “an artificial shortage”, leading to a surge in prices.

Chairing a review meeting on sugar supply and pricing, the prime minister emphasised that the government would not allow stockpiling and price manipulation.

He said a report should be presented after conducting a crackdown on unfair profiteers and hoarders.

The prime minister stressed the need for strict monitoring of sugar supply and demand, directing officials to enhance coordination with sugar mills. “Sugar is available in the Those........

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