Vegetable prices soar in Dhaka

The prices of all types of vegetables have increased in the market showing an excuse of shortage of supply. Most vegetables cost between Tk60 and Tk80 now.

Besides, the prices of fish have also increased in the capital's kitchen markets.

Some buyers said that the relief they had with winter vegetables is no longer available. The price of most vegetables in the market is above Tk60. Even, the price of some vegetable has crossed Tk100.

During a visit to various kitchen markets – Mirpur-6, Battalion-14 Bazar, and Shewrapara on Friday (April 25), it was observed that pointed gourd, Lady's finger, Luffa were priced between Tk60-80, bitter gourd, brinjal, Yardlong bean between Tk80-100 per kg.

Teasel gourd is being sold at Tk100-120, Moringa is priced between Tk120 to Tk140. Only green papaya is found at Tk50 per kg.

Meanwhile, fish prices have also increased in the market. Sellers said that the prices have increased slightly due to the ban on fishing in the river.