Despite the completion of the Boro harvest in early June, rice prices in Rangpur have surged by over 4 taka per kilogram in a month. Coarse, medium, and fine rice varieties have all seen sharp increases, putting pressure on low-income consumers. Traders blame corporate competition and mill owners for market instability, while officials remain unsure of the cause. Though the government continues procurement and subsidized sales, market monitoring remains weak, raising concerns over future affordability.