G. Kishan Reddy lays foundation for ₹400-crore Amul dairy plant in Toopran
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Animal husbandry, fisheries & allied· Prelims·
Cooperative models and White Revolution 2.0: a key GS3 topic for rural livelihoods and agricultural infrastructure.
Why in news
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy laid the foundation stone for a ₹400-crore Amul dairy plant in Toopran, Telangana, to promote the White Revolution 2.0.
Background
The Amul dairy plant in Toopran (Medak district) is expected to be completed within 18 months. The Centre aims to establish 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies across India by 2029.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia contributes nearly one-fourth of global milk output.
- FactWhite Revolution 2.0 target: 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies by 2029.
- FactTelangana identified for 1,525 new cooperative societies under the cooperative expansion programme.
- FactBanks offer loans up to ₹20 lakh to women's groups for livestock rearing and dairy activities.
- FactSabar Dairy (Gujarat) recorded a turnover of approximately ₹10,500 crore in 2025-26.
Prelims practice question
What is the target for the number of new dairy cooperative societies to be established across India by 2029 under White Revolution 2.0?
- (a)1,00,000
- (b)1,50,000
- (c)50,000
- (d)75,000
Show answer
Answer: (d) 75,000 — The Centre aims to establish 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies across India by 2029.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the cooperative model, exemplified by Amul and Sabar Dairy, can enhance rural livelihoods and ensure price realization for small-scale dairy farmers in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market integration: Reducing dependence on middlemen through collective branding and processing infrastructure
- Financial inclusion: Leveraging targeted credit for women-led livestock rearing to boost rural economic self-reliance
Keywords: White Revolution 2.0 · Cooperative Model · Value Addition · Rural Livelihoods · Price Realization
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