Prices of tomatoes have hit the roof across the country. The crop is being sold for more than Rs. 100 per kg in several southern states and cities. But what is the cause for such rise in the price? Find out here. #tomatopricehike
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The dramatic rise in tomato prices will put a dent in budgets of households. It also marks the latest instance of price rise after massive hikes in the prices of auto fuels like petrol and diesel. The price rise will also lead to financial burden on farmers and vendors.
Tomato price in Chennai has touched up to Rs. 160/kg in recent days. Further, it is being sold at Rs. 120/kg in parts of Kerala while in Chennai, one kilogram of tomato costs up to Rs. 100. The price is Rs. 90/kg in Puducherry, Rs. 88/kg in Bengaluru, and Rs. 72 in Delhi.
The sharp rise in tomato prices has been attributed to unusually heavy rainfall in southern states this month. The tomato crop has been damaged because of the rains leading to a shortage in its supply & subsequent hike in prices. Vendors say the sale is poor owing to high prices.
The Congress has slammed the government over the price rise. Pawan Khera, a spokesperson for the party, said, "It appears as though there is Section 144 in the kitchen that you cannot keep more than four tomatoes or onions."
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