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Potato prices rose further by 0.76% to Rs 1,308 per quintal in futures trading today following rising demand, driven by ongoing "Navratras" festival.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, potato for delivery in May gained Rs 9.90, or 0.76%, to Rs 1,308 per quintal in business turnover of 119 lots.
Likewise, potato for delivery in April traded higher by Rs 8.10, or 0.65%, to Rs 1253.30 per quintal in 41 lots.
Analysts said persistent rise in potato futures was mostly due to increased demand in the spot markets on the back of ongoing auspicious "Navratras" festival.
