Consumers report no relief as green chillies, eggs, lentils, and broiler chickens heat up
June 14, 2026
Staff Correspondent
bdnews24.com
Prices of broiler chicken, eggs, lentils and several vegetables have risen over the past week, with consumers saying they continue to pay elevated prices for essential goods despite budget measures aimed at easing living costs.
Traders, however, say prices depend largely on supply conditions and insist the proposed budget has not yet had any impact on the market.
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