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Vegetable and Fruit Prices Soar in Lahore Amid Floods

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The recent floods in Lahore have significantly impacted the supply of vegetables and fruits in the region, leading to a sharp increase in prices. Sellers have taken advantage of the situation, charging exorbitant prices without fear of checks from price magistrates. The prices of various fruits and vegetables have skyrocketed, making it difficult for consumers to afford basic necessities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The prices of chicken have increased, with sellers charging Rs500-530 per kg for live chicken and Rs650-750 per kg for chicken meat.
  • The price of potato has gained significantly, with A-grade potatoes selling at Rs150 per kg, B-grade at Rs120 per kg, and C-grade at Rs110 per kg.
  • The price of garlic has increased, with local new garlic selling at Rs300 per kg and Harani garlic selling at Rs400 per kg.
  • The price of ginger has gained, with Tahi ginger selling at Rs600-700 per kg and China ginger selling at Rs700-800 per kg.
  • The prices of cucumbers, brinjals, biter gourds, and zucchini have also increased significantly, making them inaccessible to many consumers.
  • The price of spinach has reduced due to supply, selling at Rs80-100 per kg.
  • The price of lemons has decreased, with local lemons selling at Rs300-350 per kg and China lemons selling at Rs250 per kg.
  • The prices of pumpkins, lady fingers, arums, luffas, green chilies, capsicums, cauli-flowers, and cabbage have also increased significantly.
  • The prices of carrots, peas, beetroot, coriander, apples, bananas, guavas, dates, cantaloupes, peaches, apricots, and grapes have remained relatively unchanged.

Statistics:

  • The general price increase for vegetables has been by 50% to 100%, with some items selling at up to 200% more than their fixed prices.
  • The prices of garlic have increased by 50% to 100%, with local new garlic selling at Rs300 per kg.
  • The price of ginger has gained significantly, with Tahi ginger selling at Rs600-700 per kg.
  • The prices of cucumbers, brinjals, biter gourds, and zucchini have increased by 20% to 50%.
  • The price of spinach has reduced by 50%, selling at Rs80-100 per kg.

Sources:

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