March 1 Price Update: Islamabad’s Latest Rates for Fruits, Vegetables, Chicken, and Eggs Announced

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Market Committee has released the latest price list for vegetables, fruits, and poultry for Saturday, March 1, 2025.

The revised rates cover essential kitchen items, including tomatoes, potatoes, onions, garlic, and ginger. Consumers can expect some relief as prices for several commodities have declined compared to the January, with carrots, potatoes, and ginger becoming more affordable.

This daily price update aims to promote transparency and fair pricing in the market. Residents are advised to check the official price list before making purchases and report any cases of overpricing or irregularities to the relevant authorities.

Islamabad’s main fruit and vegetable market (Sabzi Mandi) remains a vital trading hub, sourcing produce from across Pakistan, including Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Sindh. Additionally, seasonal produce from Gilgit-Baltistan and imports from Iran and Afghanistan are available. The market caters to both local retailers and wholesale buyers from nearby regions.

Many shoppers prefer Sabzi Mandi over smaller markets due to its competitive prices on fresh produce. To maintain consistency and fairness in pricing, the administration issues a daily updated price list for consumer reference.

Official price list for Vegetables in Islamabad – Saturday, 1 March 2025:

Official price list for Fruits in Islamabad – Saturday, 1 March 2025:

The Islamabad Market Committee has issued its latest fruit price list, reflecting current market rates as of Saturday, March 1, 2025.

With the changing season, melons have started arriving in the market but remain in limited supply. Grade A melons (Kharbooza) are priced between PKR 132 and 139 per kilogram, while Grade B melons range from PKR 75 to 80 per kilogram. Meanwhile, Kinnow, which has been in season for several weeks, is now scarce and expected to be available for only a short time. Due to its decreasing supply, prices have risen, with Grade A Kinnow reaching up to PKR 305 per dozen and Grade B selling for PKR 173 per dozen. Farm production is also slowing as the season comes to an end.

Banana prices have surged by more than PKR 80 per dozen compared to last week. In contrast, strawberries, which were newly introduced two weeks ago, have seen an increase in supply, leading to a price drop of approximately PKR 100 per kilogram. Grade A strawberries are now priced between PKR 314 and 330 per kilogram, while Grade B varieties range from PKR 180 to 192 per kilogram.

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As Ramadan begins tomorrow, a gradual upward trend in fruit prices is being observed. The updated price list includes a variety of seasonal fruits such as bananas, oranges, apples, guavas, grapes, and the newly arrived strawberries. Additionally, melons and dates have been introduced to the market just in time for Ramadan.

Residents are encouraged to check the official price list to ensure fair pricing and report any overcharging or irregularities to the relevant authorities.

Official price list for Chicken and Eggs in Islamabad – Saturday, 1 March 2025:

The Islamabad Market Committee has announced the latest retail prices for live chicken and eggs, effective Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Egg prices have increased from the previous day’s rate of PKR 285 to PKR 287 per dozen. Over the past week, they have risen by approximately PKR 20. Meanwhile, the price of live chicken stands at PKR 470 per kilogram, reflecting a slight decrease of PKR 5 from yesterday’s rate of PKR 475.

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