More on India Trip

We always knew that two weeks would be short and it indeed was. This is my first Indian Summer in 8 years and the first day proved a bit difficult. Two of the rooms were fitted with A/C, but I opted out of it as I didn't want to expose myself to extreme changes in temperatures. I took refuge in the air-cooler and that sufficed.
It's been a while since I went to a vegetable market and moreover I didn't want Anna to spend his Monday shopping for vegetables and groceries. I thought I'll provide him with some rest and I think was partially successful in it. I had the chance of shopping for vegetables in L.B.Nagar market and Kothapet Rythu Bazar, apart from the Reliance Fresh and More outlets.
I was baffled at the vegetable prices. Neredu Pallu cost Rs.100/kg and I remember days when I plucked and ate them without spending a paisa and paying Rs.100/- did come as a shock. I agree that standard of living has gone up, but can everyone afford such high prices. Agreed that rice is available for Rs.2/kg, but it would prove meaningless if government doesn't provide vegetables and pulses at an affordable price to the poor.
I should have written this in my "Passionate about India" blog, but I can't help it. So, back to our India trip in my next blog.