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CYBERJAYA: Members of the Komuniti Madani can play their part in assisting authorities to address sudden price hikes through the “Price Catcher” app, says Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
He said by downloading the app, consumers could easily compare prices, and if they detect sudden increases in prices of certain goods, Komuniti Madani could help inform district information officers.
The Price Catcher app, developed by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry, displays the current prices of 480 selected items in wet markets, hypermarkets, supermarkets, mini markets, and grocery stores that are monitored.
There are six categories of goods being monitored – fresh goods, dry goods, packaged items, milk and baby products, hygiene products as well as beverages.
“Inform us about the products available in your area and any difficulties so that we can collaborate with the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry to resolve the issue of rising prices.
“This is among the functions and duties of Komuniti Madani,” he said at a gathering of Komuniti Madani members held in conjunction with the launch of the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2024 campaign.
Komuniti Madani are groups of volunteers made up of members of all races, and administered by the Information Department.
It was established in June last year and aims to enhance the effectiveness of government communications.
