Rice millers held a press conference in Madurai on Sunday, urging the consumers against hoarding, citing adequate stocks.
Association president M R Dinesh Singh told TOI that poor rainfall had affected paddy production, particularly fine varieties such as Ponni, RNR and Sona Masoori. It is contributing to a gradual increase in prices,” he said. Singh said prices could remain elevated until Jan, when the next harvest begins arriving, provided the northeast monsoon supports cultivation.
Tamil Nadu depends heavily on Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana for these varieties, while reduced production in the Cauvery delta has further tightened supplies. “Yes, there is some panic buying. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Madurai | Silver Rate in Madurai | Bank Holidays in Madurai | Public Holidays in Madurai | Madurai AQI | Weather in Madurai | Petrol Price in Madurai | Diesel Price in Madurai | CNG Price in Madurai | LPG Price in Madurai