Prices of poultry and vegetables have spiked across Dhaka’s markets following Eid-ul-Fitr, burdening consumers already grappling with inflation.
On Wednesday (2 April), a visit to the capital’s Kawran Bazar revealed notable price hikes, with traders citing slow post-Eid business as a key factor.
The price of layer chicken has risen to Tk340 per kg, while Sonali chicken is selling for Tk320-350 per kg. Broiler chicken, which cost Tk20-25 less before Eid, is now priced at Tk200-220 per kg.
Additionally, white eggs are being sold at Tk110 per dozen, red eggs at Tk120, and duck eggs at Tk180 per dozen.
Vegetable prices have also increased for some items, although others remain stable.
Tomatoes are selling at Tk50 per kg, beans at Tk60, okra at Tk40, aubergine at Tk60-70, papaya at Tk100, pointed gourd at Tk80, bitter gourd at Tk120, yardlong beans at Tk20, green chillies at Tk60, bottle gourd at Tk50, and taro stems at Tk80.
Pumpkin is priced at Tk60 per piece, potatoes at Tk20 per kg, and lemons at Tk40 per four-piece set.
Additionally, spinach bundles are being sold at Tk20, water spinach at Tk10, and coriander leaves at Tk50 per kg.
Fish prices have also remained high, with rohu priced at Tk360 per kg, pabda at Tk400, prawns at Tk600, pangasius at Tk180, catfish at Tk250-300, mrigal at Tk300, and tilapia at Tk180 per kg.
Traders attribute the price hike to a slowdown in trade activity after Eid, as many people are still in their hometowns, reducing demand and sales volumes.
However, frustrated consumers argue that prices were lower during Ramadan, and the sudden rise post-Eid is putting essential goods beyond their reach.
They have urged the government to intervene and stabilise prices.
