, Oct. 25 -- The prices of essentials and kitchen items in Khulna have remained on an upward trajectory for nearly two months, putting them beyond the reach of many consumers.

Most vegetables are now being sold for over Tk 80 per kilogramme, with no sign of prices coming down despite improved weather conditions.

Traders had initially blamed heavy rainfall for the surge, but they now attribute the continued hike to seasonal changes and supply shortages.

The prices of fish, meat and garlic have also increased alongside vegetables, while the costs of rice, lentils, chicken, eggs and meat remain unchanged in some categories.

Onions, however, have seen yet another price jump.

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