Jharkhand Affairs
Onion Prices Soar in Jamshedpur, Leaving Consumers Feeling the Pinch
Onion prices in Jamshedpur have skyrocketed in recent days, causing distress for consumers, particularly those with limited incomes. The price increase, attributed to disrupted harvests due to heavy rainfall, has seen onions jump from Rs 60-65 per kg to Rs 80 per kg within three days. While retailers anticipate prices to stabilize in the next five to seven weeks with the arrival of new stock, consumers are forced to adjust their consumption or face financial strain. The price hike has also sparked criticism of political parties for failing to address the issue despite their campaigns focusing on essential commodity prices.