LAHORE: Upon joyous occasion of Eid Majority of the Pakistani grappling with economic crunch unlike previous years.
In Lahore, a city known for its conviviality, this year’s Eid precedes a lack of traditional verve and the celebrations seem overshadowed by financial worries. The relentless onslaught of inflation has rendered even the most basic necessities unattainable for many, casting a shadow over traditional Eid preparations.
From the humble purchase of groceries to the daunting task of paying utility bills, the burden weighs heavily on households countrywide, leaving little room for the customary splurges associated with Eid shopping.
Eid, a time when everyone endeavours to have a new attire to mark the occasion, now presents a formidable challenge in the face of skyrocketing prices. The exorbitant costs of clothing, footwear, jewellery, and cosmetics loom as insurmountable obstacles, forcing people to explore alternative avenues such as second-hand purchases or makeshift stalls.
Bano Bazaar has less crowd these days as its once vibrant stalls are now mere relics of a bygone era. Traders anxiously await customers ahead of the festive occasion. Those who do come hardly make worthwhile purchases.
