New Delhi, May 26 -- After the Siddaramaiah-led dispensation increased minimum wages for workers by 60 per cent in Karnataka and the central government announced a revision in fuel prices, hoteliers warned of soaring food prices.

The price of one plate of idli could touch Rs.80, while masala dosa may cost Rs.150.

Karnataka State Hotels' Association (KSHA) president G K Shetty, in a statement, said: "The minimum wages have increased by almost 60%. So, prices of food items will have to be increased. A plate of idli, which now costs Rs.50 may rise up to Rs.80 and masala dosa, which now costs around Rs.80 - Rs.90, may shoot up to Rs.150."

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