Out of the 12 months of the Islamic calendar,the month of Ramadan occupies a special significance. It’s the month where Muslims have a chance to move beyond their worldly preoccupations and devote themselves to God Almighty;a chance to revive their spiritual link with God and His people. Qualities of self-restraint,self control and simplicity are endorsed. But just like previous years,these traits have yet again evaded Pakistan. Profiteering,hoarding and superficiality have come to dominate the Month of Blessings.
From food inflation to television shows,the commercialization of Ramadan is rampant. The government decided to set up Ramadan bazaars to provide staple goods easily to the masses. Good quality eatables particularly fruits,vegetables,meat,poultry and lentils will be available at cheaper rates in these markets. Members of the district administration and special magistrates would be deployed to monitor quality and price controls. The Punjab government has even promised to provide water and waiting room facilities in these markets.
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