Punjab Sahulat Bazaars Authority (PSBA) is a statutory public authority created to operate subsidized bazaars across Punjab. This page summarizes the program purpose, operations, products, digital services, coverage, and how citizens can check prices or file complaints. All figures are sourced from official government notices.
Program overview
Official name: Punjab Sahulat Bazaars Authority (PSBA)
Legal status: Statutory authority under the Punjab Sahulat Bazaars Authority Act 2025 (approved by the Punjab Assembly in March 2025).
Conversion: Formerly operated as the Punjab Model Bazaars Management Company (PMBMC) before being converted into a statutory authority.
Supervising department: Food Safety & Consumer Protection Department, Government of Punjab (restructured oversight from the earlier Price Control & Commodity Management Department).
Operations (snapshot: March 2026)
Bazaars operating:
Approximately 50 permanent Sahulat Bazaars currently operating across Punjab.
Geographic coverage:
Operations extend across all 36 districts and more than 50 tehsils.
Stalls infrastructure:
About 17,000 stalls across the network including:
- 6,000 permanent stalls operating year-round
- 1,000+ newly established stalls in recently developed bazaars
- 10,000+ temporary stalls used for weekends and seasonal demand (especially during Ramzan)
Employment and economic participation:
Around 21,000 direct jobs and business opportunities supported through vendors, logistics staff, and market operations.
Beneficiary households:
Approximately 126,000 direct dependents, with economic activity estimated to support up to 270,000 individuals indirectly.
Expansion Targets
Government expansion plan:
Punjab’s 2025–26 development program includes Rs 10 billion allocated to expand the network.
Planned scale:
The long-term target is 100–105 permanent Sahulat Bazaars across Punjab’s tehsils, significantly increasing rural coverage.
Products and pricing
PSBA sells a set of essential items with a stated price relief relative to DC notified rates.
- Confirmed categories (13 items): Vegetables — potato, onion, tomato, pumpkin, garlic; Fruits — apple, banana, dates, lemon, guava; Pulses — gram, besan; Wheat flour; Sugar.
- Pricing policy: Prices offered at about 7% below DC notified rates.
- Ramzan special: Additional 35% discount on select items during Ramzan (as published).
Check the Price Dashboard for daily comparisons and item-level updates.
Digital services and delivery
- App: Free home delivery app available on Google Play and Apple App Store (launched January 16, 2026).
- Early uptake: 301,200+ orders in the first 10 days.
- Dashboard: Daily price comparison available at psba.gop.pk/daily-rate-comparison.
- Delivery cost: Zero delivery charges (officially stated).
Expansion plans (stated goal)
- Target by June 30, 2026: 30 additional bazaars to reach a projected total of 154 bazaars nationwide.
- Budget: Rs 10 billion allocation for expansion and operations.
Quality assurance and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015 certified
- ISO 27001:2022 certified
- PSBA states it is the first Pakistani public institution to hold both certifications.
Contact and complaints
- Phone: +92 (42) 99001000
- Email: info@psba.gop.pk
- Office: Plot 41-B, Civic Centre Block D, M.A. Johar Town, Lahore
- Official complaint channels: See the Complaints & Returns page for procedure and forms.
Governance and oversight
PSBA reports to the Price Control & Commodity Management Department. The authority was established by the 2025 Act and has a board with government-appointed members. For the full governance chart and legal text, consult the official act and PSBA notices.
Exceptions, limits, and what is not covered
- Not all essential items in the market are guaranteed through PSBA. Only the confirmed 13 items are published as of January 26, 2026.
- Coverage is expanding but not yet statewide; some districts may have no bazaars yet.
- Price relief is relative to DC rates and may change with new government notifications.
- Fix: Display this paragraph prominently and add a date stamp to every statistic so users know currency of data.
Related Pages
Explore official PSBA information, prices, services, and support.
How it Works
Understand the operational model and price control mechanism.
Price Dashboard
View daily PSBA prices and DC rate comparisons.
Products
Essential items sold at Sahulat Bazaars.
Cities
Locations and districts currently covered.
Complaints & Returns
Report overpricing or service-related issues.
PSBA vs Private Apps
Difference between official data and third-party apps.
Apps
Access the official PSBA mobile application.
Contact
Official contact details and office address.
Quick FAQ
Is PSBA an official government body?
Yes. PSBA is a statutory authority established under The Punjab Sahulat Bazaars Authority Act 2025.
How much cheaper are PSBA prices?
About 7% below DC notified rates; special discounts apply during Ramzan. Verify daily rates on the Price Dashboard.
Is home delivery free?
There is no delivery charges and a free app launched January 16, 2026, with high initial uptake.