Veggie Prices Skyrocket After Temporary Relief In Indore: Tomatoes Vanish From Plates

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): After offering some relief at the beginning of the monsoon season, vegetable prices have once again risen sharply, burning a hole in the common man's pocket.

Tomatoes, which were once priced at Rs 20–30 per kilo, are now selling at Rs 60 or more. The situation has been aggravated by scanty rainfall, which has weakened the corn crop, reducing its availability in the market. Tomatoes have seen the steepest price hike among vegetables, creating a shortage in household kitchens.

Traders say that due to high demand and poor rainfall, tomato prices have soared to Rs 60–70 per kg, with wholesale rates hovering around Rs 40. As a result, tomatoes are disappearing from plates and being replaced with more affordable alternatives.

Vendors and market sources state that overall vegetable prices have risen by 20–30 per cent across local markets. The soaring rates are largely attributed to weather uncertainties and supply shortages, which continue to pinch household budgets.

Wholesale and retail vegetable prices per kg

Vegetable Name Wholesale price Retail Price

• Tomato                 Rs 60–70         Rs 80-100

• Bottle Gourd        Rs 15–20         Rs 30-50

• Brinjal                    Rs 8                 Rs 15-20

• Ladyfinger             Rs 25–35         Rs 35-45

• Ridge Gourd          Rs 15–20         Rs 20-30

• Spinach                   Rs 10               Rs 15-30

• Green Chilli             Rs 40–50         Rs 60-80

• Onion                       Rs 13–15          Rs 20-30

• Coriander                Rs 10               Rs 20-40

• Carrot                       Rs 20–25         Rs 35-45

• Cabbage                   Rs 8–12           Rs 18-25

• Bitter Gourd            Rs 20               Rs 25-40         

• Capsicum                 Rs 35–45         Rs 40-55

• Cauliflower               Rs 25–30         Rs 35-45

• Cucumber                 Rs 25               Rs 30-35