<p>Mysuru: Fish rates have almost doubled in the city due to heavy rain lashing the coastal Karnataka region, which has stalled fishing activities temporarily.</p><p>The adverse weather conditions, combined with the monsoon and a fishing holiday, have contributed to the increase in fish rates in Mysuru. </p><p>Mysuru receives freshwater fish caught from the Cauvery and Kabini backwaters, as well as from the lakes and ponds across the district, which are used for fish rearing. But, sea fish is the most sought after, for its distinct taste and flavour. A majority of the supply is from coastal Karnataka and the neighbouring Kerala, said Hameed, a fish retail seller in Gokulam. </p>.Karnataka: Torrential rains disrupt normal life in coastal districts.<p>Fish prices have shot up sharply following a steep decline in catch due to the 61-day fishing ban currently in effect along the west coast.</p><p>The ban, which started in June, coincides with the onset of the monsoon and is enforced annually to allow marine species to breed and replenish stocks.</p><p>The prices of popular varieties, such as mackerel, seer fish, and both white and black pomfret, have seen a significant hike.</p><p>Retailers indicate that the high prices are likely to persist for the next couple of months and may only stabilise by August, once regular fishing resumes.</p><p>Currently, pomfret, seer fish, and Indian salmon are selling at Rs 1,700 per kg and above, depending on supply. Sankara fish is priced at Rs 800 per kg, while Chemballi varieties fetch around Rs 1,100 per kg. Vendors note that rates vary daily, based on availability.</p><p>In contrast, prices of freshwater fish have remained stable. Katla and Rohu are being sold at Rs 180 to Rs 200 per kg, while Jalebi and other varieties are priced at Rs 160 per kg.</p><p>Vendors also expect some relief as the fishing ban on the east coast concludes this month, potentially easing prices slightly due to increased supply from those regions.</p><p>Adding to consumer woes, restaurants and hotels have revised the prices of seafood delicacies upwards, citing limited availability, especially of sea fish. Prawns have become particularly scarce over the past two months. “Local Jalebi fish is available, but not in the quantities we used to see earlier,” said Nataraj, a resident of Hebbal.</p><p>Poultry prices too have seen a marginal rise, with chicken retailing at Rs 220 per kg and skinless cuts at Rs 260 per kg. Mutton is currently selling at Rs 800 per kg.</p><p>The recent rains have also affected the supply of greens, pushing up prices. Coriander and pudina are selling at Rs 10 per bunch, while methi leaves are priced at Rs 20 per bunch.</p>
<p>Mysuru: Fish rates have almost doubled in the city due to heavy rain lashing the coastal Karnataka region, which has stalled fishing activities temporarily.</p><p>The adverse weather conditions, combined with the monsoon and a fishing holiday, have contributed to the increase in fish rates in Mysuru. </p><p>Mysuru receives freshwater fish caught from the Cauvery and Kabini backwaters, as well as from the lakes and ponds across the district, which are used for fish rearing. But, sea fish is the most sought after, for its distinct taste and flavour. A majority of the supply is from coastal Karnataka and the neighbouring Kerala, said Hameed, a fish retail seller in Gokulam. </p>.Karnataka: Torrential rains disrupt normal life in coastal districts.<p>Fish prices have shot up sharply following a steep decline in catch due to the 61-day fishing ban currently in effect along the west coast.</p><p>The ban, which started in June, coincides with the onset of the monsoon and is enforced annually to allow marine species to breed and replenish stocks.</p><p>The prices of popular varieties, such as mackerel, seer fish, and both white and black pomfret, have seen a significant hike.</p><p>Retailers indicate that the high prices are likely to persist for the next couple of months and may only stabilise by August, once regular fishing resumes.</p><p>Currently, pomfret, seer fish, and Indian salmon are selling at Rs 1,700 per kg and above, depending on supply. Sankara fish is priced at Rs 800 per kg, while Chemballi varieties fetch around Rs 1,100 per kg. Vendors note that rates vary daily, based on availability.</p><p>In contrast, prices of freshwater fish have remained stable. Katla and Rohu are being sold at Rs 180 to Rs 200 per kg, while Jalebi and other varieties are priced at Rs 160 per kg.</p><p>Vendors also expect some relief as the fishing ban on the east coast concludes this month, potentially easing prices slightly due to increased supply from those regions.</p><p>Adding to consumer woes, restaurants and hotels have revised the prices of seafood delicacies upwards, citing limited availability, especially of sea fish. Prawns have become particularly scarce over the past two months. “Local Jalebi fish is available, but not in the quantities we used to see earlier,” said Nataraj, a resident of Hebbal.</p><p>Poultry prices too have seen a marginal rise, with chicken retailing at Rs 220 per kg and skinless cuts at Rs 260 per kg. Mutton is currently selling at Rs 800 per kg.</p><p>The recent rains have also affected the supply of greens, pushing up prices. Coriander and pudina are selling at Rs 10 per bunch, while methi leaves are priced at Rs 20 per bunch.</p>