PM’s Aide Claims He Ate a Full Meal for Rs128, Sparking Debate on Social Media
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister’s Special Assistant Huzaifa Rehman has triggered widespread debate after claiming that he purchased a complete meal for Rs128, despite ongoing concerns over rising inflation in Pakistan.
Speaking during a television program, Huzaifa Rehman dismissed claims about soaring food prices and said he had ordered a meal costing only Rs128, which included two rotis for Rs28, curry worth Rs100, half a serving of Coca-Cola, raita, and salad.
آج 128 روپے میں 2 روٹیاں، ایک سالن اور آدھی کوک کھائی پی ہے۔ حذیفہ رحمان کا پریشان کن دعویpic.twitter.com/2J1sNhdA75
— Ahmad Warraich (@ahmadwaraichh) July 13, 2026
He explained that he gave an office employee Rs28 to buy two rotis and Rs100 for the curry, adding that the meal also included a small portion of raita, salad, and half a glass of soft drink.
His remarks quickly drew mixed reactions on social media, with many users questioning the accuracy of the prices. Critics argued that, given the current cost of living, a single roti is commonly priced between Rs20 and Rs30, while a serving of curry at an ordinary restaurant generally costs Rs200 to Rs350 or more, making the claimed meal price appear unrealistic.
میں نے آج اپنے دفتر میں 128 روپے کا کھانا منگوا کے کھایا ہے 28 روپے کی 2 روٹیاں اور 100 روپے کا سالن اور آدھی Coke بھی پی ہے ، معاون خصوصی حذیفہ رحمان
سورس جاننے کیلئے کیو آر کوڈ سکین کریں#Pakistan pic.twitter.com/3YkYreI1WL
— Siasat.pk (@siasatpk) July 13, 2026
Journalist Ejaz Cheema criticized the statement, saying it reflected a lack of awareness about prevailing market prices. He noted that the officially notified price of a roti in many areas is around Rs20, making it difficult to understand how two rotis could be purchased for Rs28. He also questioned the claim about receiving half a serving of a soft drink, suggesting that the official should disclose the restaurant’s location if such prices were genuinely available.
حذیفہ رحمان کی آدھی تو کوک تھی آدھا کیا جو انہیں “اتنا بڑا” ناشتہ اٹھائیس روپے کا لگا؟؟
— Isar Rana (@Isarrana1) July 14, 2026
Political analyst Isar Rana also mocked the claim on social media, posting a sarcastic comment questioning how such an inexpensive meal was possible under current market conditions.
The remarks have fueled fresh public discussion over the rising cost of food and the gap between official statements and the everyday experiences of consumers across the country.
