Domestic veg thali became 17% cheaper in October:Impact of falling potato, onion, and tomato prices, price of non-veg thali in Indian households also dropped by 12 percent

The price of a domestic vegetarian thali in Indian households has decreased by 17% (annually) now at ₹27.8 in October. Last year in October 2024, the price of a veg thali was Rs 33.3. Capital market company Credit Rating Information Services of India Limited (CRISIL) provided this information in its monthly indicator of food plate cost. CRISIL stated in its Rice Roti Rate (RRR) report that the price of a vegetarian thali decreased by 1% in October compared to September. In September, the price of a veg thali was Rs 28.1. Non-veg Thali also became 12% cheaper Meanwhile, the price of a non-veg thali decreased by 12% on an annual basis to Rs 54.4 in October. Last year in October 2024, the price of a non-veg thali was Rs 61.6. On a monthly basis, meaning compared to September, the price of a non-veg thali decreased by 3% in October. In September, the price of a non-veg thali was Rs 56. How the prices of veg and non-veg thali increased-decreased in a year Source – CRISIL Vegetable Thali Prices Decreased Due to Cheaper Potatoes, Onions, and Tomatoes According to the CRISIL report, the cost of a vegetarian thali has decreased due to a fall in the prices of potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and pulses. Tomato prices have fallen by 40% year-on-year, onion prices by 51%, and potato prices by 31%. Meanwhile, pulse prices have also seen a 17% decline. Due to these reasons, the price of a vegetarian thali has decreased. Potatoes and tomatoes account for a 24% share in the cost of a vegetarian thali. Non-veg Thali Price Decreased Due to Falling Chicken Prices This reduction in the price of non-veg thali is due to a 6% year-on-year fall in the price of broilers, i.e., chicken. Broilers account for 50% of the cost of a non-veg thali. Meanwhile, the price of vegetable oil increased by 11% and LPG cylinder by 6% on a year-on-year basis, otherwise both thalis could have been even cheaper. How the Average Cost of a Thali is Calculated Note- The figures given above represent the cost per thali prepared at home. This is not the retail price of the thali, which includes overhead costs, staff expenses, and profit margins.