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News18
5 days ago
- Business
- News18
Cow milk, co-branded products, and new booths launched under Delhi Milk Scheme
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): The Delhi Milk Scheme (DMS) marked a significant milestone with the launch of new dairy products and the distribution of booth allotment letters at a special event at the NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi, according to a release from Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying. The event was attended by Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) and other senior officials of the department. The occasion celebrated the digital launch and unveiling of the Cow Milk and co-branded dairy products, a step forward in strengthening dairy quality, enhancing consumer trust and empowering livestock farmers. As part of the initiative, 22 new booth allotment letters were handed over to selected applicants under the DMS, creating new employment opportunities and strengthening the rural-urban dairy her keynote address, Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary, DAHD shared the vision for reinforcing the dairy ecosystem through improved product offerings and inclusive opportunities for stakeholders across the value chain. Further, Secretary, DAHD lauded the efforts of DMS and Haryana Milk Federation for launching of their new products in the market, according to the release. Varsha Joshi, Additional Secretary DAHD, highlighted the importance of DMS brand of milk and dairy products for Delhi NCR and the advancement of DMS now with the introduction of new products in the event was also attended by Rama Shankar Sinha, Additional Secretary DAHD, Jagat Hazarika, Advisor DAHD, Ram Avtar Garg, Chairman, Vita of Haryana Dairy Development Co-Operative Federation Ltd., senior officials, stakeholders from the dairy sector and beneficiaries of the booth allotment scheme, the release added. (ANI)
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi Milk Scheme launches cow milk products, allots 22 new booths
The Union government on Thursday announced the launch of cow milk products and co-branded offerings under the Delhi Milk Scheme (DMS), expanding its dairy portfolio and retail network across the capital and NCR. Consumers can now purchase cow milk from DMS booths and affiliated outlets, marking a significant addition to the scheme's product range. The announcement came a day after the formal launch event on Wednesday. Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) Secretary Alka Upadhyaya praised the efforts of DMS and Haryana Milk Federation for introducing the new products and shared the vision for reinforcing the dairy ecosystem through improved product offerings and inclusive opportunities for stakeholders across the value chain. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Seniors are going crazy for these comfy, stylish, easy-on shoes Ultra-Comfortable Shoes Undo At Wednesday's event, 22 new booth allotment letters were distributed to selected applicants, creating fresh employment opportunities while strengthening the rural-urban dairy connection , according to an official statement. DAHD Additional Secretary Varsha Joshi emphasised the significance of the DMS brand for the Delhi-NCR region, calling the product expansion a key advancement for the organisation. Live Events Established in 1959, DMS operates as one of the government's key dairy supply initiatives in Delhi , currently running approximately 600 booths and 500 other outlets, according to the latest official data. The product launch and new booth allotments reflect the DMS's ongoing modernisation efforts aimed at expanding market reach and enhancing consumer satisfaction in the dairy sector .
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
Delhi Milk Scheme launches cow milk products, allots 22 new booths
New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) The Union government on Thursday announced the launch of cow milk products and co-branded offerings under the Delhi Milk Scheme (DMS), expanding its dairy portfolio and retail network across the capital and NCR. Consumers can now purchase cow milk from DMS booths and affiliated outlets, marking a significant addition to the scheme's product range. The announcement came a day after the formal launch event on Wednesday. Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) Secretary Alka Upadhyaya praised the efforts of DMS and Haryana Milk Federation for introducing the new products and shared the vision for reinforcing the dairy ecosystem through improved product offerings and inclusive opportunities for stakeholders across the value chain. At Wednesday's event, 22 new booth allotment letters were distributed to selected applicants, creating fresh employment opportunities while strengthening the rural-urban dairy connection, according to an official statement. DAHD Additional Secretary Varsha Joshi emphasised the significance of the DMS brand for the Delhi-NCR region, calling the product expansion a key advancement for the organisation. Established in 1959, DMS operates as one of the government's key dairy supply initiatives in Delhi, currently running approximately 600 booths and 500 other outlets, according to the latest official data. The product launch and new booth allotments reflect the DMS's ongoing modernisation efforts aimed at expanding market reach and enhancing consumer satisfaction in the dairy sector. PTI LUX DR DR view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
NE scientists, tribal farmers urge Centre to include mithun under National Livestock Mission
Itanagar, Scientists and tribal farmers from the Northeast have jointly urged the central government to include mithun , a semi-domesticated bovine species native to the region, under key central sector schemes such as the National Livestock Mission . NE scientists, tribal farmers urge Centre to include mithun under National Livestock Mission They say the move is vital for the sustainable development of mithun farming and to arrest the species' declining population. In a recent letter to Union Animal Husbandry and Dairying Secretary Alka Upadhyaya, Director of ICAR–National Research Centre on Mithun , Nagaland, Dr S Girish Patil, stressed that despite Mithun's ecological, economic and cultural importance in the region, the animal continues to remain excluded from the ambit of central livestock development schemes. The ICAR-NRCM is a premier institution under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research , Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. India currently has 3.9 lakh mithun, according to the 2019 livestock census, with 95 per cent of the global population found within the country. Arunachal Pradesh alone accounts for 91 per cent of India's mithun count. The animal is deeply integrated into the lives of tribal communities in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and, more recently, parts of Assam. It is not only a source of high-quality meat and milk, but also plays a key role in the food security and socio-cultural fabric of the region. Mithun is the state animal of both Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Patil noted that despite these factors, mithun remains outside the framework of the National Livestock Mission. He pointed out that its inclusion would help drive focused research on breeding, feeding, health, and value addition, while also creating livelihood opportunities for farmers operating in challenging and remote geographies. He added that ICAR-NRCM is ready to provide the necessary documentation and support required for the animal's inclusion in the scheme. Supporting this institutional appeal, the Jomlo Mongku Mithun Farmer Federation from Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh also raised the issue, calling for the intervention of Arunachal MPs Kiren Rijiju and Tapir Gao. Federation chairman Tadang Tamut expressed concern that the mithun population is shrinking due to indiscriminate slaughter and unscientific farming practices. He argued that exclusion from central schemes has left mithun farmers without access to scientific infrastructure, financial support, and sustainable management tools. Tamut emphasised that mithun is more than just a livestock animal, it represents cultural pride and is a lifeline for thousands of tribal families. He said including mithun in schemes like the NLM would not only encourage scientific rearing and conservation, but also increase its market value, thereby improving tribal incomes and boosting rural economies in the northeast. He also pointed out that the significance of mithun has already been recognised at national and international levels. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India notified mithun as a food animal with effect from September 1, 2024. It has also been listed in the domestic animal diversity information system maintained by the Food and Agriculture Organisation in Rome. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
New Indian Express
17-06-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
India joins elite global group safeguarding rinderpest virus, secures top biosecurity status at Bhopal lab
NEW DELHI: India has joined an elite global group dedicated to the containment of the Rinderpest virus, commonly referred to as "cattle plague." This group includes facilities from the UK, USA, France, Japan, and Ethiopia. Rinderpest was once the most destructive livestock diseases in history but was globally eradicated in 2011. However, Rinderpest Virus-Containing Material (RVCM) still remains in a few laboratories, posing potential risks if released. A significant milestone in global animal health and biosecurity was reached when the ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal was designated as a Category A Rinderpest Holding Facility (RHF). India has laid down a global standard protocol in the NIHSAD centre to keep the virus and developed capabilities to conduct research on it. This designation was granted by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. With this recognition, India is now among a select group of six facilities worldwide entrusted with the crucial task of securely holding rinderpest virus materials. The other five facilities are located in the UK, USA, France, Japan, and Ethiopia. The formal recognition of the institution came initially for a one-year term from WOAH and FAO. 'India's role in preserving the rinderpest eradication legacy is vital, a testament to the nation's readiness and global leadership in animal health,' said Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
