New Milk Price Hike : From today, milk drinkers across the country are feeling the impact of a fresh price hike. Starting October 23, several major dairy companies have increased milk prices, directly affecting the household budget of common families. Prominent brands such as Amul, Mother Dairy, Jaipur Dairy, and Kolhapur’s Gokul Dairy have raised their prices by ₹1 to ₹2 per litre.
The main reasons behind this move are the rising cost of production, decline in milk yield due to heat, and the need to provide farmers with better rates. In India, milk demand increases during the festive season, prompting dairies to raise procurement prices for farmers — which ultimately impacts consumers.
This price hike is especially noticeable in states like Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.
New Milk Rate : Latest Update
Starting today, Mother Dairy has increased the prices of all its milk variants by ₹2 per litre. The new prices are as follows:
- Full cream milk: ₹69 per litre
- Toned milk: ₹57 per litre
- Double toned milk: ₹51 per litre
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Cow milk: ₹59 per litre
These new rates are applicable in Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
Amul has also raised prices by ₹2 per litre across its major variants. Now,
- Amul Gold costs ₹67 per litre,
- Amul Standard ₹61 per litre, and
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Slim & Trim milk ₹25 per 500 ml.
According to the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), the average hike of 3–4% is still lower than the general food inflation rate.
In Rajasthan, Jaipur Dairy has increased its procurement price for dairy farmers. Under the Chief Minister’s Dairy Producer Support Scheme, the state government is providing an additional ₹5 per litre subsidy to farmers. Along with that, Jaipur Dairy has announced a ₹1.5 per litre price hike, ensuring farmers receive better earnings ahead of the festive season.
In Maharashtra, Gokul Dairy has raised its procurement rate by ₹1 per litre in favor of farmers. This will also reflect in consumer prices, making milk slightly costlier in the state.
Why Have Milk Prices Increased?
The primary reason for the price hike is the increase in milk production costs. The heatwave and rising temperatures have affected the milk yield of cattle. In addition, the costs of animal feed, electricity, water, and transportation have risen significantly.
Officials from Mother Dairy stated that in recent months, the cost of milk procurement has gone up by ₹4–₹5 per litre, forcing the company to increase the consumer price by ₹2 per litre to manage the gap.
Although the government does not directly control milk prices, it supports dairy farmers through various welfare schemes. For instance, under Rajasthan’s Chief Minister Dairy Producer Support Scheme, farmers receive ₹5 per litre assistance to boost rural income and promote dairy production.
States Most Affected by the Price Hike
Urban areas like Delhi-NCR and Ahmedabad are experiencing a direct impact on household budgets. Meanwhile, in regions like Jaipur, Kota, and Kolhapur, farmers are expected to benefit from this move.
Overall, consumers will now bear an additional daily burden of ₹2–₹3, while farmers’ earnings will rise proportionally.
There is some relief for the public — prices of dairy products such as curd, paneer, and cheese have not been increased yet. However, experts warn that if production costs continue to rise, these items could also become more expensive in the coming weeks.
Conclusion
The new milk prices implemented from today may create short-term difficulties for consumers, but they bring welcome relief for farmers. The step is seen as essential to stabilize the dairy sector and strengthen the rural economy.
It is hoped that the government and dairy companies will continue to take balanced measures to minimize consumer burden while ensuring fair income for farmers.