March Inflation: What got cheaper, what got costlier?

FINANCE

Consumer inflation reached 3.4% in March, the highest in 12 months. This is a slightly higher jump compared to 3.21% in February.

However, this is still under the RBI’s target of 4%. It was also slightly lower than estimates by economists.

BRACE FOR MORE INFLATION POST ELECTIONS:
Experts told CNBC TV 18 that fuel prices have not been fully passed on to consumers, mainly due to state elections. Prices may increase in May.

What changes for you?

•WHAT GOT COSTLIER: Food : 3.87% increase over March 2025. [Tomatoes, coconuts, cauliflowers saw high inflation between 34%-45%] Restaurant services: 2.88% Clothing: 2.75% Healthcare: 1.75% Housing: 2.11% Electricity and gas: 1.65% (vs 0.14% inflation in Feb) Jewellery: Silver jewellery prices rose as much as 149%, while gold and diamond prices rose by 46%
•WHAT GOT CHEAPER? Purchase of Vehicles: -4.74% Some food prices: Onion, potato and Tur dal prices fell year-on-year Household appliances: -0.09% Footwear: -0.31% Transport: -0.01% in urban areas

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