Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed Chief Secretary to personally monitor the drive against price hike and hoarding in the province.

Chairing a meeting in Lahore on Sunday, she asked to get the government rate list pasted on all shops prominently and strictly monitor the demand and supply of necessary use items to prevent the hoarding.

Maryam Nawaz said supply and prices of fruits and vegetables will also be strictly checked during Holy Ramadan and strict legal action will be taken on price hikes.