The upcoming elections of Surat-based Sumul Dairy have sparked a political controversy after Congress leaders alleged irregularities worth nearly ₹1,000 crore linked to the functioning and election process of the dairy cooperative. According to reports, Congress has accused the BJP of exerting political influence over the cooperative’s electoral process and raised concerns regarding financial decisions, governance practices, and the management of the dairy union.
The opposition claimed that dairy farmers and cooperative members deserve greater transparency and accountability, while questioning the handling of funds and operations within the cooperative. BJP leaders and Sumul representatives have rejected the allegations, describing them as politically motivated ahead of the elections.
The dispute has intensified attention on one of Gujarat’s major dairy cooperatives, with the election outcome expected to have significant implications for cooperative governance and milk producers in the region. The controversy highlights the growing intersection of dairy cooperatives, rural economics, and political competition in India’s dairy sector. (Instagram)
Source: Dairynews7x7 20 June, 2026 Read full article here
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