July 22, 2026
Most vegetable prices hold steady, while chillies, cucumber, snake gourd and aubergine become cheaper
“Sales are slow. People are still not back in Dhaka,” says one trader
Onion prices remain stable for nearly a month
While prices for papaya and aubergine have declined, those for green chili and tomato have surged by up to Tk 40 per kg
Meat prices ease slightly while vegetables fluctuate
Traders blame the rise in transportation costs for the higher prices
Dhaka shoppers feel the heat amid a new burst of kitchen market inflation
Polao is now a must for guests. Even if they don’t eat it, it has to be on the plate, says a shopper
