Vegetable Prices Surge in Bengaluru Beans Brinjal and Garlic Cross 100 Rupee Mark
Bengaluru sees sharp rise in vegetable prices as weather disturbances and supply issues push costs higher while tomatoes and onions offer slight relief to consumers amid rising household pressure
Bengaluru households are facing a mixed wave of relief and concern as vegetable prices continue to fluctuate sharply in local markets. While some essential items have become slightly cheaper, several daily-use vegetables have seen a steep rise, putting pressure on family budgets across the city.
Market data from major wholesale hubs including KR Market shows that prices of several vegetables have crossed the 100 rupee mark. Beans are now selling between 115 and 140 rupees per kilogram, while drumsticks have surged to nearly 200 rupees or more. Garlic too has touched around 200 to 220 rupees per kilogram, making it one of the costliest kitchen essentials at the moment. White brinjal, peas and green chillies are also trading above 100 rupees in many retail outlets.
The impact of irregular rainfall and changing weather patterns in neighbouring states such as Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Kerala has disrupted supply chains. This has directly affected Bengaluru’s markets, leading to reduced arrivals and higher prices for fresh produce. Traders say the situation has remained unstable for several weeks, making it difficult to maintain consistent pricing.
Amid the overall surge, tomatoes and onions have brought some relief to consumers. Tomatoes are available at around 10 to 20 rupees per kilogram depending on the market, while onions are being sold between 20 and 25 rupees. However, this relief is limited as most other vegetables continue to remain expensive.
The rising costs have also changed buying patterns in the city. Many customers who earlier purchased vegetables in bulk are now restricting themselves to smaller quantities such as half a kilogram or even less. Vendors report a noticeable drop in overall sales despite increased prices, as customers try to manage monthly expenses more carefully.
Egg prices have also seen a sudden increase, rising from around 6.50 rupees to nearly 8 rupees per unit. Traders point out that inconsistent weather conditions and crop damage in different regions have created a ripple effect across food markets.
Overall, the ongoing price surge has left both consumers and traders under pressure, with weather-related disruptions continuing to shape Bengaluru’s vegetable market trends.
