Agra: One liter of goat’s milk requires Rs 50 per liter.
But for the past month, the price in Firozabad, the center of the dengue fever outbreak, has surged 30 times to 1,500 per liter.
The reason – a misunderstanding that spreads rapidly that goat’s milk increases the number of platelets.
“People have approached me because of goat’s milk because the outbreak of dengue fever began last month.
I used to sell it for Rs 50 per liter.
With an increase in demand, the price has risen to Rs 1,500,” said the tea seller near aware of the bazaar now selling goat milk , who doesn’t want to be named.
“The steep price because goat’s milk is not produced on a commercial scale in this area.
I get goat milk from milk suppliers.” Buyers say they have been told by local medical practitioners who can help.
“A Ayurveda practitioner told me that goat milk could help fight dengue fever.
When I asked my milk, I was surprised to know that the cost of Rs 1,500 per liter.
First, only Rs 50.
Even if we spend money, it’s not easily available Because of demand, “said Arvind Sharma, a resident of Adarsh ​​Nagar in Firozabad.
A farmer from Block Narkehi, Rajesh Pratap Singh, said it was because demand was usually limited.
“Usually, goat milk comes out of demand.
People in rural areas buy some personal consumption and sell to several regular customers.
After the rupture of dengue fever in Firozabad, the demand for goat’s milk has increased significantly.
Milk suppliers from the city buying goat milk with Cheap prices from rural areas and selling them on high margins to patients.
People who are professionally involved in livestock also utilize the situation.
“But the basis for a surge in demand, however, is unfounded.
“Cow milk and goats are almost as nutritious,” said additional director, health, Ak Singh.
“There is no scientific evidence to support the idea that goat milk can increase platelets in patients with dengue fever and other viral diseases.
Such misunderstandings are distributed by shamans.
People with symptoms such as dengue fever must consult with quality doctors and take drug courses Prescribed.
Protection from mosquito bites will help.
“Also on the list of mere prescribed things is coconut water, kiwi and papaya leaves.
“I tried to arrange stock,” said the tea seller from aware of the bazaar.