25-05-2020 04:01 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com

4 days after storm, veggie prices hike in Kol mkts

A shock was awaiting the Kolkatans in local bazaars, four days after Cyclone Amphan hit the state. Those who went to the market on Sunday morning returned with only a few vegetables which, too, were of questionable quality. The prices, too, shot through the roof. Vendors from different markets admitted it was difficult to bridge the demand-supply gap. In coming days, the crisis may deepen, with severe shortage of vegetables, felt vendors.
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