Bargain hunting: Shoppers looking at various saree designs while shopping at Little India in George Town. Consumer groups have pointed out that the prices of many items used for Deepavali have gone up tremendously. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star
PETALING JAYA: The Deepavali price control scheme is expected to be announced soon but consumer groups are already seeing red over the price hikes for essential items ahead of the festive season.
Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) senior education officer NV Subbarow said the price of muruku flour has increased from RM4.50 to RM6.50.
