Gold, Silver Prices Soar in Rajasthan: Silver Crosses ₹3.45 Lakh, Gold Hits Record High

• Gold and silver prices in Rajasthan have seen a significant surge, with silver crossing ₹3.45 lakh per kilogram and gold reaching its highest level.
• On Thursday, silver prices increased by approximately ₹10,000 per kilogram, while gold became dearer by ₹7,000 per 10 grams across the state.
• In Jaipur, silver prices hit a new all-time high of over ₹4 lakh per kilogram, and 24-carat gold reached ₹1.84 lakh per 10 grams.
• The continuous price hike has led to a halt in customer purchases, especially for weddings and auspicious occasions, as consumers find precious metals increasingly unaffordable.
• Experts attribute the price surge to the international market rally, strengthening dollar, and economic uncertainties, predicting further increases if the trend continues.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan sees unprecedented gold and silver price hikes, impacting consumer purchases and market stability.