Karachi Milk Prices Surge by 20 Rupees per Liter in April 2026

On April 1, 2026, the city administration of Karachi announced a significant increase in milk prices. The retail price per liter has been set at Rs240, reflecting a rise of Rs20. This decision has been officially notified and is effective immediately, impacting consumers in the southern port city.

The new pricing structure also outlines costs for different sectors involved in the milk supply chain. Dairy farmers will now receive Rs215 per liter, while wholesalers are set to pay Rs225 per liter. Authorities stated that the price adjustment is intended to provide fair compensation to producers while maintaining the supply in the market.

Additionally, the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) in Pakistan has shown an increase of 0.97% for the week ending March 26, 2026. The SPI measures the price movement of essential commodities across 51 items in 17 cities. During this period, 23 items saw a price increase, 6 items decreased in price, and 22 items remained stable. The year-on-year SPI trend indicates a rise of 8.24%.

This adjustment in milk prices occurs amidst broader inflationary pressures in Pakistan, with notable price increases in onions, tomatoes, LPG, and chicken, among others.