Himachal Milk Policy Sparks Political Debate
A political debate has emerged in Himachal Pradesh over the state government’s dairy policies, with Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur criticizing the administration over alleged shortcomings in milk procurement and broader governance issues. Speaking in Shimla, Thakur raised concerns regarding the handling of the dairy sector and questioned the effectiveness of policies impacting milk producers….
Himachal Milkfed Defends 20-Litre Procurement Cap
The Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (HP Milkfed) has defended its decision to cap milk procurement at 20 litres per dairy producer per day, stating that the move is intended to extend the benefits of the state’s Minimum Support Price (MSP) programme to a larger number of dairy farmers, particularly small and marginal…
Himachal’s White Revolution Gains Momentum
Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a significant dairy sector transformation, with milk procurement through cooperative societies surging nearly fourfold as the state’s “New White Revolution” gathers pace. The growth has been driven by higher milk procurement prices, expanded cooperative networks and government efforts to strengthen dairy infrastructure, making dairy farming an increasingly attractive source of rural…
Dhagwar Milk Collection Jumps 4X in 2.5 Years
Himachal Pradesh’s dairy sector has recorded a major boost, with milk collection linked to the Dhagwar Milk Plant in Kangra district increasing fourfold over the past two-and-a-half years, reflecting the impact of higher milk procurement prices and renewed government focus on dairy development. The surge in milk procurement has strengthened confidence among dairy farmers and…
Himachal Signs NDDB Pact to Boost Dairy Sector
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Himachal Pradesh government to strengthen the state’s dairy sector, with a focus on enhancing milk processing capacity, modernising infrastructure and generating rural employment. The agreement, signed in Shimla on March 16, 2026, builds on an earlier 2023 understanding for the…