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Flower Prices Soar as Food Inflation Looms in India, Bangladesh

8/30/2025

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In Dharmapuri, flower prices have doubled due to reduced supply from untimely rains and high demand for Vinayagar Chaturthi, with jasmine now at Rs 1,100 per kg.
In Bangladesh, vegetable prices remain elevated, with brinjal at Tk 200 per kg and pointed gourd at Tk 100, as supply has halved.
High prices of vegetables, eggs, chicken, and fish threaten overall market stability and may increase food inflation next month.

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In Dharmapuri, flower prices have doubled due to reduced supply from untimely rains and high demand for Vinayagar Chaturthi, with jasmine now at Rs 1,100 per kg.
In Bangladesh, vegetable prices remain elevated, with brinjal at Tk 200 per kg and pointed gourd at Tk 100, as supply has halved.
High prices of vegetables, eggs, chicken, and fish threaten overall market stability and may increase food inflation next month.