This story is from August 15, 2022
Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav: India ranks 1st in global milk production
NEW DELHI: India ranks 1st in global milk production, contributing 23 of the global production.
In the last 3 decades, India witnessed over 3 times rise in milk production. Production increased from 17 MT in 1950-51 to 209.96 MT in 2020-21.
Per capita availability of milk is 427 g/day in 2020-2021, up from 130 g/day in 1950-51.
Prime minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated Rs 305 crore milk powder plant of the Sabarkantha District Co-operative Milk Producers' Union Ltd, also known as the Sabar Dairy, located near Himmatnagar town in Sabarkantha, a government release said last week.
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In the last 3 decades, India witnessed over 3 times rise in milk production. Production increased from 17 MT in 1950-51 to 209.96 MT in 2020-21.
Per capita availability of milk is 427 g/day in 2020-2021, up from 130 g/day in 1950-51.
Prime minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated Rs 305 crore milk powder plant of the Sabarkantha District Co-operative Milk Producers' Union Ltd, also known as the Sabar Dairy, located near Himmatnagar town in Sabarkantha, a government release said last week.
Stay informed with the latest Business News on Times of India. Explore updates on International Business, gain insights with Financial Literacy tips, and make use of Financial Calculators. Don’t forget to check the list of Bank Holidays in 2025, including Bank Holidays in January.
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Blue Tesla
870 days ago
nice why price is up. my friend just provided free milk to poor as cannot afford. where is the stupid ranking. Read allPost comment
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