Vegetable Prices Soar Across Telugu States..

Vegetable prices are climbing across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, putting additional pressure on household budgets during the festive season. Inadequate rainfall, reduced crop yields and possible El Niño-related weather conditions have been cited as factors affecting supply. With fewer vegetables reaching markets to meet demand, consumers are paying more for everyday essentials, while traders say prices could ease if supplies improve.

At Hyderabad’s Kukatpally Model Rythu Bazaar, tomatoes and brinjals are priced at Rs. 23 per kg, okra at Rs. 40, green chillies at Rs. 50 and beans at Rs. 45. Bajji chillies cost Rs. 82 per kg, while capsicum is priced at Rs. 60. Onions are selling for around Rs. 40 at the market but reportedly cost up to Rs. 70 in open markets. Old ginger is priced at Rs. 180 per kg, fresh ginger at Rs. 120, garlic at Rs. 260 and dried chillies at Rs. 280. In Vijayawada, tomatoes cost Rs. 31 per kg, carrots Rs. 48 and capsicum Rs. 68, while beans have reached Rs. 95. Onion prices at local Rythu Bazaars range from Rs. 35 to Rs. 50 per kg, with some street vendors and shops charging up to Rs. 70. The reported prices highlight the growing burden on consumers, although rates may vary by market and location.