BAGESHWAR: Festive-season cooking has become costlier in Bageshwar as prices of sugar, mustard oil and pulses rise in the local market. The increase is affecting household budgets as families prepare sweets, puri and other festive dishes.
Sugar is now selling at ₹65 per kilogram, up from ₹55. The price rise has increased the cost of ingredients used for sweets and other preparations made during the festive period.
Mustard oil price rises
A 15-litre mustard-oil tin has become around ₹150 more expensive and is now available for ₹2,600. Demand for cooking oil typically increases during the festive season because households prepare puri, snacks and other dishes at home.
Sugar demand also rises during this period because it is used in sweets and several festive recipes. The higher prices are therefore being felt directly by customers while they plan their shopping.
Prices of pulses have also increased, adding to the pressure on food budgets. With several essential items becoming more expensive, shoppers are checking prices before buying groceries.
Some customers are purchasing only the quantities they need. The price increases have made households calculate their expenses more carefully while buying oil, sugar and other ration items.
Conclusion
Festive grocery shopping in Bageshwar is facing higher costs, led by sugar at ₹65 per kilogram and a 15-litre mustard-oil tin at ₹2,600. Rising pulse prices are also affecting household budgets, prompting customers to compare rates and buy according to need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the current price of sugar in Bageshwar?
Sugar is selling at ₹65 per kilogram.
Q. What was the earlier sugar price?
Sugar was previously priced at ₹55 per kilogram.
Q. How much does a 15-litre mustard-oil tin cost?
A 15-litre tin is now selling for ₹2,600.
Q. How much has the mustard-oil tin price increased?
The tin has become costlier by around ₹150.
Q. Which other food item has become more expensive?
Pulse prices have also risen in the market.
Q. How are customers responding to the higher prices?
Some customers are checking rates and buying oil, sugar and other ration items according to their needs.
