Dhaka, May 8 -- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday admitted that prices of essentials have increased, but rural people who produce their own foods are not facing much hardship.

"Yes, prices have increased and this affects. Especially those with limited income are suffering. However, there is not much hardship for those in the village who can produce for themselves. There is no outcry from them. Still, our best efforts are on to keep commodity prices under control," she said.

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