Archive · 8 Aug 2025
Delhi Tomato Prices Spike Due to Rains; India Remains Stable
Tomato prices in Delhi went up recently because of heavy rain, but overall, prices across India are still lower than last year.
Some cities like Chennai and Mumbai didn't have the same price increase because they didn't have as much rain.
The government is helping to keep prices down by selling tomatoes at a lower cost through the NCCF.
Other food prices, like potatoes and onions, are also stable or decreasing this year.
Tomato prices in Delhi spiked due to heavy rainfall in late July.
All-India average retail tomato price is Rs 52 per kg, below last year's Rs 54.
Delhi's tomato price peaked at Rs 85 per kg due to weather, but is now declining.
Chennai and Mumbai have lower tomato prices, unaffected by the weather.
NCCF is selling tomatoes at lower prices in Delhi to stabilize costs.
- Who
- Consumers, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, and the NCCF.
- What
- Tomato price fluctuations in India.
- When
- Recent price changes, with comparisons to last year and 2023.
- Where
- India, with specific focus on Delhi, Chennai, and Mumbai.
- Why
- Due to weather disruptions and government intervention.
Factors Affecting Tomato Prices
Price Stabilization Efforts
Weather Impact
Factors Affecting Tomato Prices
Heavy rainfall in Delhi caused price spikes.
Price Stabilization Efforts
Other cities show stable prices due to lack of weather impact.
- All-India Avg. Tomato Price
- Rs 52 per kg
- Delhi Peak Tomato Price
- Rs 85 per kg
- Delhi Tomato Price (Current)
- Rs 73 per kg
- Chennai Tomato Price
- Rs 50 per kg
- NCCF Sales Price Range
- Rs 47 to Rs 60 per kg
