Tamil Nadu Government said that it would take action against traders hoarding onions or selling them at higher prices after prices crossed around Rs 90 a kg in the state's retail markets.
The state government said that special committees led by Civil Supplies commissioners have been constituted for checks in all districts.
Retailers holding over 10 tonnes and wholesalers stocking over 50 tonnes will be facing action.
The state government also sent a team to Nasik in Maharashtra to buy onions as part of its plan to control prices and regulate the quality of onions. The
The state government said that special committees led by Civil Supplies commissioners have been constituted for checks in all districts.
Retailers holding over 10 tonnes and wholesalers stocking over 50 tonnes will be facing action.
The state government also sent a team to Nasik in Maharashtra to buy onions as part of its plan to control prices and regulate the quality of onions. The