Prices of chilies and eggs in Bandung, Indonesia soar, residents: Government please stabilize prices

BANDUNG - Prices of basic commodities in various regions experienced a significant increase ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. This condition triggered complaints from residents and asked the government to immediately stabilize prices of basic commodities. One of the complaints about the increase in prices for a number of commodities was Tintin Sumiati (52), a housewife who also sells yellow rice. He said that the prices of chilies and tomatoes had increased quite significantly. For example, at Leuwipanjang Market, Bandung City, the price of red chilies reaches IDR 120 thousand per kilogram. Apart from chilies, the price of tomatoes has also increased to IDR 15-20 thousand per kilogram. "The price of chilies is usually Rp. 60 thousand per kilogram. The price of tomatoes is usually Rp. 10 thousand. Now the price of tomatoes can reach Rp. 15-20 thousand per kilogram," said Tintin, Friday (23/2/2024). Apart from chilies and tomatoes, the price of chicken eggs has also increased. ...