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India onion prices surge amid crop losses and supply shortages

onion price hike retail inflation crop loss buffer stock Kharif crop

Onion prices in India have surged significantly, with retail prices increasing by over 80% since June. Government data indicates average retail prices rose from approximately Rs 29.50 per kg in early June to over Rs 53 per kg by mid-September. Wholesale prices have seen even steeper climbs, nearly doubling in the same period.

Several factors contribute to this spike, primarily crop losses in Maharashtra due to unexpected rains and reduced supplies from Karnataka. The delay in the arrival of the new Kharif crop has further tightened market availability. While the government has attempted to stabilize the market through buffer stocks and subsidized sales via agencies like NCCF and NAFED, retail prices in major metropolitan areas like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai remain high, often ranging between Rs 50 and Rs 70 per kg.

Market experts suggest that prices may stabilize once larger volumes of the fresh Kharif crop enter the market. However, the current supply-demand gap continues to impact household budgets and consumer spending.

Entities

Government of India · Maharashtra · Ministry of Consumer Affairs · NAFED · NCCF

Claims

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  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The all-India average retail price for onions was 54.2 rupees per kg on September 22. www.tv9hindi.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The average retail price of onions was 29.50 rupees per kg on June 1.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Private trade data indicates retail prices in cities like Delhi are higher than official Ministry figures, reaching 60-70 rupees per kg. www.tv9hindi.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] A delay in the arrival of the new Kharif crop has contributed to market shortages.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The central government has established a buffer stock of 121,000 tonnes of onions. thecsrjournal.in
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Crop damage in Maharashtra and reduced supply from Karnataka have driven up onion prices.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The average retail price of onions rose to 53.78 rupees per kg by September 17.
  • [● 2 SOURCES] Onion prices in metro cities are currently ranging between 50 and 70 rupees per kg. thecsrjournal.in · www.tv9hindi.com

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'कांदा एक्सप्रेस' भी नहीं घटा पाई दाम! क्यों बड़े शहरों में ₹60-70 बिक रहा प्याज [www.tv9hindi.com]
Retail onion prices in India rise 82. 3% since June [www.freshplaza.com]
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