date:Nov 10, 2017
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According to him, most of green vegetables cost more than Rs 100 for a kilogram these days. For example, tomatoes cost Rs 120 per kg, cauliflowers Rs 110 and carrots Rs 130.
Shrestha attributes the increased price to reduced production. This year, we had heavy rainfalls which affected the cultivation. Therefore, the production did not meet the demand, resulting in the continuous hike.
The Committee fears that the price will not come down for next few weeks.
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