Ask your kirana for the bulk rate on staples
Usually beats the app "deal" price on dal, rice, oil.
Why it works
Kirana margins on 5kg quantities are thin but volume-driven, and there is no delivery or packaging cost loaded on top. Most shops will quote a rate if asked directly.
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