The Utility Stores Corporation was established in July 1971 to address poverty and inflation in Pakistan. These utility stores are currently operated all over the nation. Under them, poor and worthy citizens of Pakistan are eligible for exclusive food item discounts. In various parts of Pakistan, over 4000 utility stores have been set up for this purpose. The launch of the mobile utility stores unit has been announced by Shahbaz Sharif, the recently elected prime minister of Pakistan.
Discount on items
To enable an increasing number of worthy individuals to take advantage of this program, the relief package has been expanded to a maximum of 5 billion rupees. All essential items at Utility Stores Mobile Unit will be available at a special discount. At these utility stores, there will be a discount of 77 rupees per kg on flour and 100 rupees per kg on ghee. In addition, the remaining inventory from other retailers has been lowered by 30%.
Eligibility Criteria
The requirements for qualifying for discounts on goods purchased from the Utility Stores Mobile Unit are comparable to those of other government-funded initiatives in Pakistan.
- The mobile units of these utility stores are beneficial to those with poverty scores below forty.
- Customers who make less than 60,000 a month can also benefit from shopping at utility stores’ mobile stores.
- Mobile units are not available for purchase from utility stores if the buyer has travelled overseas or if they own any valuable property.
- Purchases from them are restricted to individuals whose records are already on file with the Utility Store Corporation.\
| Topic | Description |
| Mobile Utility Store | The government has launched Mobile Utility Stores to extend essential food items at discounted rates to deserving individuals, with over 4000 utility stores established nationwide. |
| Discount on Items | Special discounts are available at Mobile Utility Stores, including 77 rupees per kg on flour and 100 rupees per kg on ghee, with a 30% reduction in remaining inventory from other retailers. |
Purpose of Mobile Utility Store
A novel approach to the provision of goods through mobile unit utility stores has been introduced. You no longer have to travel far because food items will be delivered to your neighborhood through utility stores and mobile units. Under Mobile Unit Utility Stores, three permanent packages are being established at the beginning. In addition to permanent sites, mobile unit trucks will offer affordable goods to poor individuals in various locations. Modern technology will be used to determine the locations of mobile unit trucks.
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FAQs
What should my income be to enroll in this program?
Customers who make less than 60,000 a month can also benefit from shopping at utility stores’ mobile stores.
What is the benefit of the Mobile Utility Store?
At these utility stores, there will be a discount of 77 rupees per kg on flour and 100 rupees per kg on ghee. In addition, the remaining inventory from other retailers has been lowered by 30%.
