Chicken Prices Soar: Summer Heat Drives Costs Up, May Hit Rs 400/kg!

• Chicken prices have sharply increased, especially in Telugu states, due to intense summer heat affecting poultry production and supply.
• In Hyderabad, skinless chicken costs Rs. 340-350/kg; in Vijayawada, it's Rs. 325/kg, up by about Rs. 25 from last week.
• Poultry traders attribute the rise to high temperatures causing chicken deaths and reduced output, leading to market supply shortages.
• Despite the price hike, demand remains strong, with chicken shops crowded on Sundays; however, consumers face an additional burden.
• Prices are projected to rise further, potentially reaching Rs. 400/kg, if the heat intensifies, while egg prices offer some relief.