Potato maintains upward march on increased demand

'Navratras' festival supported the trade

Potato futures for May gained Rs 6.50, or 0.64% to Rs 1021.10 per quintal in 15 lots.     

At the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), the June contract added Rs 2.20, or 0.51% to Rs 1,027 per quintal in 17 lots.

Increased spot market demand triggered by ongoing 'Navratras' festival amid limited arrivals from producing regions kept potato futures higher for fourth straight day.