The construction materials trade fair for earthquake-affected people in Sagaing is being held from May 12 to 16 at the 700th Anniversary Stadium in Sagaing.
Companies are showcasing and selling cement, brick, iron, steel, various building materials and household appliances at the fair.
The companies are selling the building materials at a percentage discount compared to the market price. Roof sheets manufactured in Sagaing Industrial Zone are also sold at a discount compared to the market price, said U Soe Hlaing Tun, manager of the Sagaing Tai Hong PVC Roofing Sheet Factory. It is seen that the booth of cement at the trade fair was busy with buyers.

A bag of cement is being sold for 22,000 kyats after loading costs while the market price in Sagaing ranges from 26,000 to 28,000 kyats per bag. It is necessary to show the original copy of the National Scrutiny Card and photo proofs showing damaged houses or buildings to buy cement but other materials can be bought freely without showing any proof.