Veg thali gets dearer by 10% in June on onion, tomato price jump: Report

In June, the average cost of a vegetarian thali rose by 10% due to increased prices of onions, potatoes, and tomatoes, reaching Rs 29.4 per plate compared to Rs 26.7 a year ago and Rs 27.8 in May 2024, according to the Crisil Market Intelligence and Analysis report. The spike in vegetable prices included a 30% rise in tomatoes, 59% in potatoes, and 46% in onions, attributed to factors like reduced rabi acreage for onions and lower tomato arrivals due to virus infestation.
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