Pressure on Tur and Urad Prices Due to Ample Supply and Weak Demand

20-Apr-2026 03:22 PM

Mumbai. Despite continued regular imports from abroad and an accelerated pace of domestic supply, Chana (gram) prices are expected to witness only limited fluctuations over the next few days; however, weak demand may exert downward pressure on the prices of Tur (Arhar) and Urad.

According to the weekly report by a leading trade body—the India Pulses and Grains Association—Chana prices may experience some volatility during the current week. On one hand, there is a robust supply arriving in the mandis (wholesale markets),

imports from abroad are ongoing, and demand from dal millers/processors as well as traders/stockists appears somewhat subdued. On the other hand, government agencies are actively attempting to procure substantial quantities of Chana for the Central Buffer Stock.

According to the Association, regarding Tur and Urad, no sharp surge in prices is anticipated in the near future, as supply and availability remain comfortable, and demand is somewhat weak due to seasonal factors.

Nevertheless, since government procurement of Tur is currently underway, prices are unlikely to witness any significant decline either.

Due to a shortage of cooking gas, demand for Chana Dal (split gram) and Besan (gram flour) within the hotel, restaurant, and catering sectors appears sluggish. Dal millers and Besan manufacturers are currently purchasing Chana only in quantities sufficient to meet their immediate requirements.

However, demand is expected to strengthen somewhat in the upcoming wedding season. Imports of Chana from Australia and Africa are continuing. Given the prevailing weak market rates, farmers may prioritize selling their produce to the government. The Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Chana has been fixed at ₹5,875 per quintal.