The cost of a dozen eggs in Pakistan has witnessed an alarming surge, creating financial hardships for families across the nation.
According to the official data, the average cost of a dozen eggs has now reached an unprecedented high of Rs. 314.59, marking a substantial increase from the previous year's price of Rs. 240.80 per dozen.
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October's alarming spike
The situation took a turn for the worse in October, as the price of a dozen eggs surged by over Rs. 14. Major cities such as Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, and Karachi are witnessing exorbitant prices, with a dozen eggs costing an alarming Rs. 322, according to the documents. -
Regional disparities
Gujranwala has emerged as the city with the highest egg prices, where residents are now paying an average of Rs. 322.16 per dozen. Karachi closely follows at Rs. 321.64, while Rawalpindi is not far behind at Rs. 321.34 per dozen. Even Quetta is grappling with soaring egg prices, with a dozen eggs averaging Rs. 321.7. -
Food security concerns
The sudden and substantial increase in egg prices has left many Pakistani families grappling with the challenge of affording this vital source of protein. As a result, concerns about food security and affordability are on the rise.
