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STO limits garlic sales to one kilogram per person

STO is selling garlic at MVR 45 per kilogram; around half the market price, where garlic is currently priced between MVR 100 and MVR 120 per kilogram.

Malika Shahid
04 March 2025, MVT 10:05
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Malika Shahid
04 March 2025, MVT 10:05

State Trading Organization (STO) has introduced a purchase limit of one kilogram of garlic per person after reports of excessive buying.

The restriction was imposed after an individual purchased a trolley full of garlic yesterday, with others buying in bulk as well.

Despite the limit, STO assured that its garlic stock remains stable.

STO is selling garlic at MVR 45 per kilogram; around half the market price, where garlic is currently priced between MVR 100 and MVR 120 per kilogram.

As part of its Ramadan initiative, STO has introduced 24 essential items at controlled prices, helping to stabilize commodity prices.

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