Green chilli prices today (sept 16, 2026): bareilly hits ₹5,200, check bihar and mp market rates

Green chilli prices showed a significant difference across markets in Delhi, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh on September 16, 2026. While some mandis recorded rates above ₹5,000 per quintal, prices in several other markets remained below ₹2,000.

Madhya Pradesh’s Bareilly market recorded the highest maximum price of ₹5,200 per quintal. Delhi’s Azadpur and Keshopur markets followed, with green chilli reaching ₹5,000 per quintal.

Mandsaur market in Madhya Pradesh also reported a strong maximum rate of ₹4,300 per quintal, while Jamui, Maharajganj and Khurai recorded maximum prices of ₹4,000. However, some markets reported much lower rates, showing a considerable difference in green chilli prices from one mandi to another.

The actual price received by a farmer can vary depending on the quality of the produce, arrivals and local market conditions. Therefore, farmers should compare the latest mandi prices before taking their green chilli to market.

Green Chilli Prices Today in Bihar, Delhi and Madhya Pradesh (September 16, 2026):

Arrival and Price Comparison:

The highest maximum green chilli price was ₹5,200 per quintal at Bareilly market in Madhya Pradesh. However, the arrival there was only 0.48 tonnes. Delhi’s Azadpur and Keshopur markets both recorded a maximum price of ₹5,000 per quintal.

Madhya Pradesh, Mandsaur recorded a maximum rate of ₹4,300 per quintal, while Jamui, Maharajganj and Khurai reached ₹4,000. Maihar also recorded ₹4,000, although its arrival was only 0.1 tonnes.

Terms of arrivals, Azadpur market recorded the highest arrival at 266.4 tonnes. Ghazipur received 103.15 tonnes, while Indore recorded 48 tonnes of green chilli arrivals. Jabalpur had 15 tonnes, and Khagaria in Bihar recorded 12 tonnes.

The lowest minimum price in the data was recorded at Kukshi market in Madhya Pradesh at ₹600 per quintal. Khandwa and Khargone reported minimum prices of ₹800, while Dewas recorded ₹900 per quintal.

The figures also show that markets with higher arrivals did not necessarily record the highest maximum rates. Azadpur had the largest arrival at 266.4 tonnes, while Bareilly reached ₹5,200 with only 0.48 tonnes of arrivals.

Green Chilli Prices in Bihar:

• Bihar markets reported relatively strong green chilli prices on September 16. Jamui recorded ₹3,900 to ₹4,000 per quintal, while Maharajganj reported ₹3,980 to ₹4,000.
• Khagaria recorded a price range of ₹3,083.33 to ₹3,266.67 per quintal, with an arrival of 12 tonnes.

Green Chilli Prices in Delhi:

• Delhi’s Azadpur market recorded ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per quintal, with the highest arrival among all markets at 266.4 tonnes.
• Keshopur reported ₹3,000 to ₹5,000 per quintal, while Ghazipur recorded ₹3,000 to ₹4,000 per quintal with 103.15 tonnes of arrivals.

Green Chilli Prices in Madhya Pradesh:

• Madhya Pradesh showed a wide variation in green chilli prices. Bareilly recorded the highest maximum price at ₹5,200 per quintal, followed by Mandsaur at ₹4,300. Gadarwara reached ₹3,500, while Khurai and Maihar recorded maximum prices of ₹4,000.
• At the lower end, Kukshi recorded the lowest minimum price of ₹600 per quintal. Khandwa and Khargone both started at ₹800, while Ujjain reported a range of ₹860 to ₹3,235 per quintal.
• Indore recorded the highest arrival in Madhya Pradesh at 48 tonnes, but its maximum price was ₹2,500 per quintal. Jabalpur reported 15 tonnes with a maximum rate of ₹1,800.

Important Points for Farmers:

1. Farmers should check the today mandi price before taking green chilli to the market, as the rates differ significantly between mandis. The maximum rate should not be considered the guaranteed price for every lot.
2. The quality of the produce, market arrivals and prevailing local rates can affect the price received by farmers. If another mandi is offering a higher rate, farmers should also calculate the transportation cost and time involved before choosing that market.
3. Checking the latest mandi price on the day of sale and comparing more than one nearby market can help farmers make a more informed selling decision.

FAQs:

1. What is the highest green chilli price today?
The highest maximum green chilli price in the given data is ₹5,200 per quintal at Bareilly market in Madhya Pradesh.

2. What is the green chilli price in Delhi today?
Azadpur recorded ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per quintal, while Keshopur recorded ₹3,000 to ₹5,000 per quintal.

3. What is the green chilli price in Bihar today?
Jamui recorded ₹3,900 to ₹4,000 per quintal, Maharajganj ₹3,980 to ₹4,000, and Khagaria ₹3,083.33 to ₹3,266.67 per quintal.

4. Which market recorded the lowest green chilli price?
Kukshi market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the lowest minimum price at ₹600 per quintal.

5. Should farmers sell green chilli based only on the maximum mandi price?
No. Farmers should consider the actual local rate, produce quality, arrivals, demand and transportation costs before choosing where to sell.