Bengaluru is experiencing a significant surge in vegetable, fruit, egg, and meat prices, impacting consumers ahead of New Year and Sankranti festivals. Factors contributing to the price hikes include extreme weather conditions like cold snaps and heatwaves, reduced local yields, and increased demand due to the festive season. Prices for tomatoes, onions, cabbage, and cauliflower have notably increased, with some items like drumsticks seeing a slight decrease. Imported peas remain relatively affordable, while eggs and chicken have also become more expensive.