The intense heat in India has led to a 30% increase in green vegetable prices over the last two days, with further rises anticipated. The scarcity of green vegetables during the summer season affects the general public. While onion prices have decreased, other vegetables continue to see price hikes.
Potatoes, previously priced at $0.18 per kilo, now cost $0.24. Tomatoes, once $0.24 per kilo, have risen to $0.36. Okra, the most expensive, is now $1.21 per kilo, up by $0.24 in a week. These price increases are attributed to the intense heat.
In Fatehabad, most vegetables—except potatoes and onions—are now sourced externally, unlike previous local production. Market traders note that external sourcing and high transportation costs contribute to the rising prices.
Current vegetable prices compared to 20 days ago show potatoes at $0.24 (from $0.18), tomatoes at $0.36 (from $0.24), and okra at $1.21 (from $0.97). For fruits, bananas have increased from $0.48 to $0.72, guavas from $0.60 to $0.84, and grapes from $0.84 to $1.45.
Jagran.com quoted Agriculture Department SDO Bhim Singh, stating, "In the summer season, the prices of green vegetables increase, and due to the heat, the production also decreases. The prices will remain the same for the next few days, and after the rains, the weather will improve."
Source: English Jagran