In Pune, Maharashtra, mango prices have risen sharply by 15-25% as demand surges ahead of the Hindu festival Akshay Tritiya. Traders attribute this price increase to a significant drop in supply caused by unseasonal rains that have adversely affected flowering and yield. Reports indicate that arrivals at Pune’s Market Yard have halved compared to last year, with only 100-150 trucks arriving daily instead of the usual 200-300. Popular varieties such as Alphonso (Hapus) and Kesar are particularly impacted, with prices for good quality mangoes reaching up to ₹2,000 (roughly $24 USD) per dozen. Farmers like Madhu Joglekar from Devgad have reported losses of 30-40% in their crops due to the adverse weather conditions. While traders anticipate improved supply in the coming weeks, consumers are currently feeling the pinch, purchasing smaller quantities as they await potential price reductions.