A total of 46 Sahulat Bazaars established across Punjab have provided dignified employment opportunities to 9,200 people, according to official figures, marking a major milestone in the province’s efforts to support livelihoods and ensure affordable food access for citizens.
This initiative represents Punjab’s first government-run project offering free home delivery of quality food items at subsidised rates. Designed to provide direct relief at people’s doorsteps, the service is currently operational in 35 cities through 46 Sahulat Bazaars.
Residents can order daily-use food items without paying any delivery charges, making essential commodities more accessible, particularly for low- and middle-income households.
Under the scheme, prices of 13 basic food commodities are being offered at up to 7 per cent lower than the officially notified DC rates. This pricing structure has helped consumers manage rising living costs while ensuring transparency and quality control.
Over the past year, Sahulat Bazaars have recorded an estimated footfall of around 85 million visitors, reflecting strong public trust and widespread utilisation of the facility.
Cumulative purchases through these bazaars have reached approximately Rs42.5 billion. Thirteen essential food items, including fruits and vegetables, are being sold at wholesale prices, resulting in estimated consumer savings of Rs1.1 billion. Officials say these savings highlight the project’s effectiveness in curbing profiteering and stabilising food prices at the grassroots level.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has set an ambitious target to complete 30 additional Sahulat Bazaars by June 30. She has also directed authorities to speed up efforts to gradually establish Sahulat Bazaars in every tehsil of the province, expanding both employment opportunities and public access to affordable food.
Maryam Nawaz stated that the initiative has ensured easy access to quality food items at reasonable prices, reaffirming her government’s commitment to delivering low-cost, high-quality essentials to every citizen of Punjab. She emphasised that Sahulat Bazaars are not only a relief measure but also a sustainable model for economic support and job creation.
