People struggle with high cost of living

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On September 1, 2023, people flocked to Pettah market to purchase essential goods. This came a day after the government announced a decline in inflation to 4 percent by the end of August. This was a significant improvement compared to the double-digit inflation rate experienced in the previous year. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

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People struggle with high cost of living

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