The Islamabad district administration has fixed the retail price of refined sugar at Rs 177 per kilogram, effective September 15, 2025. The ex-mill price has been set at Rs 169 per kilogram, reports The Nation.
The order was issued by Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate Irfan Nawaz Memon under the Price Control and Prevention of Profiteering and Hoarding Act, 1977. The move followed directions from the Ministry of National Food Security and Research and was finalized after consultations with wholesale sugar dealers.
The order states that the new price will apply across the Islamabad Capital Territory. Any violation will be dealt with under the Price Control Act, 1977, and the West Pakistan Foodstuffs (Control) Act, 1958.
“This decision is meant to keep sugar affordable for people and to stop unfair practices in the market,” Mr. Memon said. “Anyone selling above the fixed price will face strict action.”
The order took effect immediately and will remain in force until further notice. Copies have been displayed at the offices of the District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Magistrates, police stations, and other public places. The decision is also being published through the official gazette, local newspapers, and media outlets.
The District Magistrate’s office has shared the order with all relevant authorities, including the Chief Commissioner of ICT, the Inspector General of Police Islamabad, the Food Department, the District Attorney, and the Chairman of the Market Committee.
Officials said the step is part of government measures to regulate sugar prices and prevent hoarding or profiteering by traders.
