After the recent packaged milk price hike, the price shock has now reached our favourite bread basket too. According to the latest report, bread prices have increased by up to Rs 5 per pack in Mumbai and nearby areas. The price increase comes amid the Rs 3.9 hike in petrol and diesel prices within a week due to the ongoing Iran war.
According to bakers in the market, the production and delivery costs for bread have increased due to the sudden spike in petrol prices and other inventories, hence, the increase is justified. On May 16, Modern Bread revised the prices of its basic variants. Trade observers say other large brands such as Britannia and Wibs may follow suit.
Key Reasons for Rise in Bread Prices
According to market reports, the rise in bread prices is a chain reaction due to increased costs of fuel (raised twice within a week), higher transport and delivery costs, the cost of commercial LPG, prices of salt and preservatives, and more expensive plastic packaging due to costly imports and a weak rupee.
What Else May Turn Expensive
According to reports, biscuit prices and other packaged foods could become costlier in the coming days.
8 Healthy Breakfast Alternatives for Summer Months
- Besan Chilla: It is a savoury pancake made with besan, curd/buttermilk, veggies, salt, and pepper, best enjoyed with coriander chutney.
- Poha: One of the most famous breakfasts enjoyed across India, made with flattened rice, veggies, oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and peanuts.
- Upma: This South Indian delight is made with sooji, cooked in a tempering of oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and veggies, seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Dhokla: A steamed breakfast staple of Gujarat, made with besan, curd, baking soda, salt, and tempered with oil, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.
- Overnight Oats: Soak oats in curd or milk overnight. Next morning, add protein powder and fresh cut fruits. For sweetness, add honey or maple syrup.
- Dahi Chura: A comforting breakfast dish of Bihar and UP, where washed soaked flattened rice is mixed with curd and sugar or jaggery.
- Sprouts Salad: A protein and fiber-rich dish. Soak green moong and chana overnight, keep in dark for 12 hours. Once sprouted, add onion, tomato, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and coriander leaves.
- Idli: An easy and gut-friendly breakfast. For instant idli, soak sooji with curd, add veggies and salt. Before pouring batter in mould, add a pinch of baking soda. Steam for fluffy idlis.
