Srinagar, March 3 -- Locals from various districts including Srinagar, Ganderbal, Bandipora, Pulwama, Anantnag, Shopian, Baramulla, and Kupwara expressed their concerns, stating, "Vegetables and fruits have become almost unaffordable for the common man. We urge the authorities, especially the Food and Safety Department, to form squads and conduct regular checks throughout the month of Ramazan. Who is allowing the vendors to raise prices, and why there is no check at all which they claim have made staple items increasingly unaffordable for many, especially during the fasting month."

The residents said that fruitscommonly consumed during Ramazan, such as oranges, grapes, pineapples, pomegranates, and bananas, have seen a sharp increase in ...