It is reported that the prices of dhal and sugar have further decreased in the wholesale Pettah market.
Accordingly, it is said that the wholesale price of one kilogram of dal, which was about 375 rupees in the past few days, has now decreased to 350 rupees.
Also, the wholesale price of one kilogram of white sugar, which was around 290 rupees in the past few days, has been reduced to 225 rupees, the Importers of Essential Materials Association stated.