Georgian MP: prices rising despite parliamentary commission

A member of Georgia’s parliamentary majority has raised concerns over inflationary pressure and regional infrastructure problems, saying that prices continue to rise despite ongoing parliamentary efforts to address the issue.

Speaking in parliament on Tuesday, Dimitri Khundadze said a temporary parliamentary commission had been working for two months on issues related to price stability, but that inflationary trends had persisted.

He said electricity tariffs have increased and fuel prices are also rising, partly influenced by regional conflict conditions and broader international instability.

Khundadze noted that while legislative measures are intended to support consumers, some decisions may unintentionally contribute to price increases, citing restrictions on older imported vehicles and delays in certain regulatory reforms.

He also referred to infrastructure and utility challenges in Georgia’s regions, including water and electricity supply issues in rural areas, and criticised delays in ongoing projects.

According to the MP, some communities in mountainous regions still face inadequate access to basic services, including healthcare and transport infrastructure.

He highlighted problems in municipalities such as Dusheti, Kazbegi and Mtskheta, saying that despite previous promises, several projects remain incomplete or underdeveloped.

Khundadze added that resolving these issues requires stronger coordination beyond local resources, and said he had raised the matter with the Minister of Infrastructure.