The price of onions in Kolkata has doubled within a week, leading to significant concerns over rising costs for consumers. Currently, onions are being sold at a rate of Rs 75-80 per kilogram in retail markets, marking a substantial increase from the rates of Rs 35 to Rs 40 per kilogram just seven days ago.
This steep surge in onion prices has taken both consumers and government officials by surprise, especially the members of the state government's task force, responsible for monitoring and regulating the prices of essential commodities in retail markets. The surge has triggered concerns among households.
As consumers grapple with these soaring prices, authorities are working to identify and address the underlying causes to stabilize onion rates and ensure access to this essential staple at reasonable prices.
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