The soaring prices of garlic and green vegetables in Godhra, Panchmahal district, have heavily impacted household budgets, leaving homemakers worried. Typically, winter brings a dip in vegetable prices, but this season paints a different picture.
The skyrocketing cost of garlic has become a significant concern for families. In Godhra’s markets, garlic is being sold at ₹400 to ₹500 per kilogram, putting a strain on daily household expenses. For homemakers who rely on garlic as an essential ingredient, this has turned into a luxury item.
During winter, dishes like Undhiyu, which require fresh and affordable vegetables such as fenugreek (methi), peas, pigeon peas (tuvar), and carrots, see increased demand. However, the prices of these vegetables have also shot up, reaching ₹80 to ₹100 per kilogram.
This inflation poses a serious challenge for middle-class and lower-middle-class families. Homemakers are forced to rethink their daily menus, and for some, reducing the use of these expensive vegetables is proving difficult.
The surge in vegetable and garlic prices has undoubtedly disrupted kitchen budgets. Families are now grappling with the question of how to manage essential grocery shopping amidst these soaring prices, further adding to their financial worries.
