Chicken Prices Soar: Summer Heat, Festive Demand Drive Costs Up to Rs 400/kg

• Chicken prices in Telugu states have surged, with skinless chicken now Rs 380-400/kg, up from Rs 330.
• Vijayawada and Hyderabad see prices up to Rs 400/kg, while country chicken hits Rs 800/kg.
• Increased demand due to Ramadan and wedding season, coupled with reduced supply from summer heat, are key factors.
• Rising feed and transportation costs, along with higher chick prices, contribute to the overall price hike.
• Mutton prices also increased to Rs 1000/kg, pushing consumers towards fish and prawns as alternatives.