To provide some relief to consumers facing increased pressure from rising prices of essential commodities, Shwapno, the country’s largest retail chain, has introduced special discounts on a range of essential products. The initiative is aimed at enabling consumers to purchase various everyday necessities at reduced prices, apress release said.

The special discounts are available across Shwapno outlets on a range of essential products, including milk, flour, soybean oil, rice bran oil, salt, rice, lentils, potatoes, onions, noodles and detergent, among others.

Under the special offer, 500g Fresh Milk Powder is available at Tk 420 after a discount of Tk 60, while 1kg Fresh Milk Powder is priced at Tk 825 after a discount of Tk 125. Similarly, 1kg Pusti Plus is available at Tk 800 after a discount of Tk 150, while 2kg Pusti Atta is available at Tk 95 after a discount of Tk 35. 2kg ACI Pure Atta is being offered at Tk 105 after a discount of Tk 25.

Consumers can also enjoy discounts on cooking oils. 5L Rupchanda Soybean Oil is available at Tk 955 after a discount of Tk 20, while 1L Rupchanda Soybean Oil is priced at Tk 196 after a discount of Tk 3. Meanwhile, 5L ACI Nutrilife Rice Bran Oil is available at Tk 1,040 after a discount of Tk 120, and 5L Fortune Rice Bran Oil at Tk 1,050 after a discount of Tk 160.

Among other essential food products, 1kg Fresh Salt is available at Tk 34 after a discount of Tk 8. Loose Miniket Rice is priced at Tk 55 per kg after a discount of Tk 5, while Jirashail Miniket Rice is available at Tk 58 per kg after a discount of Tk 14. Local Onion is priced at Tk 48 per kg after a discount of Tk 7 in Dhaka Division, while potatoes are available at Tk 25 per kg after a discount of Tk 5. 1kg Masoor Dal is also available at Tk 90 after a discount of Tk 10.

The special discount offer also extends beyond food items to essential household products used on a daily basis. 49g WOW! Masala Instant Noodles is available at Tk 99 after a discount of Tk 76, while 1kg RIN Power Bright is priced at Tk 175 after a discount of Tk 20. 1kg Wheel Clean & Fresh is available at Tk 150 after a discount of Tk 15, and 1kg Mr. White Detergent Powder is being offered at Tk 120 after a discount of Tk 80.

The initiative has been introduced considering consumers’ everyday needs and the prevailing market situation, Shwapno said. The initiative aims to ease some of the financial pressure on consumers by creating savings opportunities on important products that are regularly purchased for household needs.

As part of modern retail, Shwapno places importance not only on product quality and availability but also on ensuring greater value and affordability for consumers. In line with this approach, the company continues to introduce special discounts and offers at different times based on market conditions and consumer needs.