Bengaluru: With relentless rains pounding the city, vegetable prices have soared just as Deepavali approaches, dealing a blow to residents. Farmers are struggling to meet demand due to crop damage, leading to a sharp reduction in supply.
For the first time in nine months, vegetable inflation has surged to 9.24%, significantly impacting everyday staples like onions, potatoes, and tomatoes. Garlic prices have jumped from ₹320 to ₹440 per kg, while onions now cost up to ₹80 per kg.
Soaring Retail Prices Across Markets
In the retail markets, prices of essential vegetables are fluctuating:
- Onions: ₹58-75/kg (Regular), ₹60-85/kg (Sambar onions)
- Tomato: ₹60-85/kg
- Green Chillies: ₹50-70/kg
- Potato: ₹50-70/kg
- Capsicum: ₹50-65/kg
- Bitter Gourd: ₹45-65/kg
Additional vegetables are also seeing a steep rise:
- String Beans: ₹60-80/kg
- Double Beans: ₹35-50/kg
- Cucumber: ₹45-55/kg
- Brinjal: ₹40-55/kg
- Ginger: ₹75-100/kg
- Ladies Finger (Okra): ₹35-50/kg
- Carrot: ₹50-65/kg
- Elephant Foot Yam: ₹50-70/kg
Impact on Citizens and Sellers
With prices skyrocketing and Deepavali festivities just around the corner, citizens are feeling the pinch. Sellers are also facing challenges, as the rain has damaged standing crops, further limiting supply. Many fear that prices may climb higher if the rains continue unabated, putting additional strain on households during the festive season.
