Consumers Association of Pakistan hails govt's step to reduce petrol prices

KARACHI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 29th May, 2026) Chairman of the Consumers Association of Pakistan (CAP), Kaukab Iqbal, has welcomed the decision of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to reduce the prices of diesel and petrol, stating that this step will provide significant relief to consumers across the country.

Kaukab Iqbal said that the reduction in petroleum prices should directly impact the prices of daily-use items, transportation fares, and essential commodities so that the common people can receive real relief.

He was of the view that the benefits of reduced petroleum prices be immediately transferred to the public and reflected in lower prices of food items, milk, vegetables, fruits, and other essential goods.

The Chairman stated that consumers are already facing difficulties due to inflation, therefore all relevant authorities must closely monitor markets to prevent profiteering and artificial price hikes.

Kaukab Iqbal thanked Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif for this public relief measure and expressed hope that the government would continue taking consumer-friendly decisions to provide maximum economic relief and protection to the people.