Potatoes are at least 50 percent costlier than a year ago owing to lower production, tight supply, and the profiteering tendency among a section of people in the supply chain, dealing a blow to the consumers already reeling under higher inflation.
Entrepreneurs are now keen on establishing cold storage not just for onions but also for various other import-dependent products, aiming to ensure year-round availability of seasonal produce.
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The forthcoming budget, scheduled for unveiling in June, outlines a GDP growth projection of 6.75% and targets a 6.5% inflation rate, which is ambitious, especially considering the current inflation rate, which remains slightly below 10%