Dhaka, Nov. 30 -- Lalmonirhat, like other districts in the northern region, is witnessing a bumper yield of early winter vegetables such as gourd, radish, cabbage, patal, cucumber, beans, brinjal and tomato arriving daily in wholesale markets directly from the fields.

Despite normal production and supply, retail prices continue to climb, causing frustration among consumers. Residents said that as a major producing district, Lalmonirhat typically offers vegetables at relatively low prices.

This year, however, a steady price hike for more than a month has left buyers disappointed. Many have called for stricter government monitoring to curb market volatility and ensure fair pricing.

A visit to various markets in the district headquarters ...