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Rising prices cast shadow over Onam; govt. must act urgently, says Pinarayi
Keralam’s Opposition Leader accuses the UDF government of weakening market intervention and cutting back welfare measures ahead of the festive season
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- Why it matters
- Rising prices ahead of Onam, a major spending season for Kerala households, affect household budgets during a festival when consumption typically increases sharply.
- Most affected
- Kerala households celebrating Onam — Higher costs for festival purchases and consumption
- Likely next
- Whether the Kerala government announces price controls or welfare measures in response to the opposition's criticism.
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