Archive · 14 Sep 2025
Gobindobhog Rice Prices Double: Supply and Demand Issues
Imagine a special type of rice called Gobindobhog, used in delicious dishes.
The price of this rice has suddenly doubled!
This is because not as much rice was grown last year due to a big storm.
Also, people in other countries, like those in the Gulf, want to buy more of this rice.
Because there's less rice and more people wanting it, the price has gone up.
This is making it more expensive to make certain traditional meals, like those served during festivals.
The price of Gobindobhog rice has doubled in six months.
The price increase is blamed on low production and increased international demand.
Cyclone Dana and rain damaged the previous year's crop.
Demand for Bengal's Gobindobhog has increased, especially from the Gulf.
The price rise is unusual, according to an agriculture official.
- Who
- Traders, exporters, and agriculture officials
- What
- Sharp increase in the price of Gobindobhog rice.
- When
- Within the past six months
- Where
- Bengal, India, and export markets
- Why
- Low production due to weather and increased global demand
- Rice Type
- Gobindobhog (aromatic short-grain)
- Price Increase
- From ₹95-100/kg (March) to ₹195-200/kg (now)
- Price (Some Brands)
- ₹220-240/kg
- Reasons for Increase
- Low production due to cyclone and high demand from abroad
- Export Destinations
- Kuwait, UAE, Canada
- Cultivation Area
- ~30,000 hectares in Bengal