Dhaka-vegetable-prices-2026

The prices of vegetables like cucumbers and eggplants have exceeded Tk 100 in markets. The prices of other vegetables are also hovering near that mark. However, the prices of radishes and papayas are slightly lower, while okra and ribbed gourds are available for under Tk 100. During visits to various markets in Dhaka on Thursday, it was observed that eggplants are being sold for Tk 90-120 per kg, and cucumbers are priced at Tk 120-130. Consumers are having to pay Tk 140 to buy a dozen...

Dhaka’s markets are hitting a “century” on eggplants at Tk 100 per kg and a “double century” on tomatoes, which now retail for up to Tk 240. Since the rains began, a survey of various markets over the past few days revealed that Tengra fish is selling for Tk 600 to 800 per kg. In comparison, the price of local (Desi) chicken is Tk 620 to 650 per kg. Among other items in the fish market, large Rui is selling for Tk 450-550 per kg, medium Rui for Tk 350-420, and small Rui for Tk 300-350,...