The city market committee has once again increased the price of broiler meat, which has further burdened the budget of the common consumer.
According to the recent notification, the official price of chicken meat has been increased by Rs 2 per kg, after which the new rate has been fixed at Rs 475 per kg. In this era of inflation, the prices of daily necessities are constantly on the rise, and chicken meat is no exception.
Current Prices of Live Poultry and Meat
According to the new rate list issued, the prices have been clarified for the vendors and buyers to prevent arbitrary rates.
According to the official price list, the wholesale rate of live broiler chicken has been fixed at Rs 314 per kg. However, vendors in various markets of the city often seem to be charging their own prices beyond the official rates.
- Live broiler wholesale rate: Rs.314 per kg
- Official retail rate of broiler meat: Rs 475 per kg
- Additional charge at local shops: 10 to 30 rupees more than official rates
What you should do
Before going out for shopping in the market, check the rate list issued by the relevant committee. If any shopkeeper asks more than the official rates, immediately lodge a complaint with the Price Control Magistrate or concerned department. Try to visit the big markets for weekly shopping where prices are relatively under control.
What happens next?
Keep a close eye on poultry farm costs, feed prices and electricity bills in the coming weeks. If the supply from the farms decreases or the costs increase further, the chicken prices may see a further acceleration in the coming days. Only the action of the concerned institutions can moderate the prices.