SaralnamaVegetable supply in Bhopal markets decreased by 35% in recent days., shoppers faced shortages of green leafy vegetables like fenugreek and spinach. Wholesale traders reported reduced arrivals of local produce. Heavy rains in early October damaged crops, leading to supply issues. The shortage affected Annakoot Puja celebrations, with high demand but limited availability. Traders Hariom Khatik and Anoop Khatri cited prolonged rainfall as the main reason for the supply crunch. The scarcity impacted both retail and wholesale markets in the city. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 04:31 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Vegetable supply in Bhopal markets decreased by 35% in recent days
- On 8 Nov 2023, shoppers faced shortages of green leafy vegetables like fenugreek and spinach
- Wholesale traders reported reduced arrivals of local produce