Local onion prices settled at Tk68-76 per kg as of Tuesday — about Tk15-20 higher than the prices charged two days ago. Also Read - Prices of commodities, including vegetables, remain highMeanwhile, green chili prices settled at Tk200 per kg on Tuesday, which is about Tk80 more than the prices charged two days ago. “Moreover, onion and green chili are usually in high demand ahead of the Durga Puja,” he added. Gopal Kundu, who works at the Hatirpool wet market, said: “Chili prices were between Tk90-120 per kg just three days ago, but now prices have surpassed Tk200 per kg. Another customer Lutfor Hasan, a rickshaw puller, said: “Green chili prices have gone up by a lot, how can I afford it?

Source: Dhaka Tribune October 05, 2021 14:36 UTC