Why is the price of rice not decreasing in the country even though it has decreased in the world market?

10 August, 2025, 05:35 pm

Last modified: 10 August, 2025, 05:39 pm

Why is the price of rice not decreasing in the country even though it has decreased in the world market?

10 August, 2025, 05:35 pm

Last modified: 10 August, 2025, 05:39 pm

Rice prices began to decline in the world market in September 2024. The main reason for this is the record production of rice, as well as the gradual lifting of India's export ban on rice.

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