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India Gazette
04-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Gujarat's women-led dairy societies surges by 21%, revenue hits 9,000 cr
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India] July 4 (ANI): Under the leadership of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat has successfully translated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of women's empowerment into actionable initiatives. By prioritising the cooperative model, the state has not only enhanced women's leadership in the rural economy but also strengthened the cooperative sector. This approach, guided by Union Home & Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, emphasises the vital role of economically and socially empowering women as part of building a self-reliant India. Through these efforts, Gujarat exemplifies how cooperative models can uplift communities and foster sustainable development. On the occasion of International Cooperative Day, the Government of Gujarat released inspiring statistics showcasing the rising participation of women in cooperatives across the state. According to the release, between 2020 and 2025, the number of women-led dairy cooperative societies grew by 21% from 3,764 to 4,562. According to the Gujarat Cooperation Department, women's leadership in the dairy sector is increasing significantly. In the year 2025, the board of the milk union had 25% of women as 82 directors, which reflects their active participation in the policy-making of milk unions. Furthermore, out of 36 lakh dairy producer members in Gujarat, approximately 12 lakh are women, accounting for nearly 32% of the total. Not only that, during the same period, women's participation in the management committees of village-level cooperative societies has increased by 14%. The number of women in these committees has risen from 70,200 to 80,000, as stated in the release. These women are now actively taking on key responsibilities such as policymaking, operations, and monitoring at the grassroots cooperative level. On the special occasion of International Day of Cooperatives, data shared by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF) reveals that milk procurement by women-led dairy cooperative societies in Gujarat has increased by 39%, from 41 lakh litres per day in 2020 to 57 lakh litres per day in 2025. This now accounts for approximately 26% of the state's total milk procurement. Women-led dairy cooperatives in Gujarat have not only become a symbol of social transformation but also a significant contributor to the rural economy. In 2020, these cooperatives had an estimated daily revenue of 17 crore, amounting to approximately 6,310 crore annually. Over the past five years, this figure has risen to 25 crore per day by 2025, surpassing the estimated annual revenue of 9,000 crore. This reflects a remarkable increase of 2,700 crore in revenue, a 43% growth during this period. This success stands as a strong testament to the empowerment of women through the cooperative model. (ANI)
India Gazette
04-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
21% rise in women-led dairy cooperative societies in Gujarat, revenue tops Rs 9,000 Cr
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 4 (ANI): The number of women-led dairy cooperative societies in Gujarat, between 2020 and 2025, grew by 21 per cent from 3,764 to 4,562, crossing Rs 9000 crore annual revenue, a press release said. According to the press release, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently emphasised that empowering women economically and socially is vital for achieving a truly self-reliant India. As part of this vision, he has prioritized the cooperative model to strengthen women's leadership in the rural economy. Advancing this vision under the guidance of Union Home & Cooperation Minister Amit Shah and under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat has turned this vision into reality through its thriving cooperative sector. On the occasion of International Cooperative Day, the Government of Gujarat released inspiring statistics showcasing the rising participation of women in cooperatives across the state. Between 2020 and 2025, the number of women-led dairy cooperative societies grew by 21 per cent from 3,764 to 4,562. According to the Gujarat Cooperation Department, women's leadership in the dairy sector is increasing significantly. In the year 2025, the board of milk unions has 25 per cent of women, 82 directors, which reflects their active participation in the policy-making of milk unions. Furthermore, out of 36 lakh dairy producer members in Gujarat, approximately 12 lakh are women, accounting for nearly 32 per cent of the total. Not only that, during the same period, women's participation in the management committees of village-level cooperative societies increased by 14 per cent. The number of women in these committees has risen from 70,200 to 80,000. These women are now actively taking on key responsibilities such as policymaking, operations, and monitoring at the grassroots cooperative level. Data shared by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF) reveals that milk procurement by women-led dairy cooperative societies in Gujarat has increased by 39 per cent, from 41 lakh litres per day in 2020 to 57 lakh litres per day in 2025. This now accounts for approximately 26 per cent of the state's total milk procurement. As per the release, women-led dairy cooperatives in Gujarat have not only become a symbol of social transformation but also a significant contributor to the rural economy. In 2020, these cooperatives had an estimated daily revenue of Rs 17 crore, amounting to approximately Rs 6,310 crore annually. Over the past five years, this figure has risen to Rs 25 crore per day by 2025, surpassing the estimated annual revenue of Rs 9,000 crore. This reflects a remarkable increase of Rs 2,700 crore in revenue, a 43 per cent growth during this period. This success stands as a strong testament to the empowerment of women through the cooperative model. (ANI)
United News of India
01-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Maharashtra Day celebrated in New Delhi with enthusiasm
New Delhi, May 1 (UNI) The 66th foundation day of Maharashtra was celebrated with enthusiasm in the national capital on Thursday, with hoisting of the flag at Maharashtra Sadan by Resident Commissioner and Secretary R Vimala. On this occasion, attendees sang the national anthem and the state anthem and saluted the flag. Additional Resident Commissioner Dr Neeva Jain, Assistant Resident Commissioner Dr Rajesh Adpawar, Smita Shelar among resident visitors of Maharashtra Sadana, officers and employees of various offices of the Maharashtra government in Delhi were present at this programme. Various cultural programmes were organised in the capital on this occasion. A special programme had been organised by the Delhi Lieutenant Governor's Office in the evening to mark the formation day of Maharashtra and Gujarat. This special programme was attended by Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinay Kumar Saxena, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Union Home & Cooperation Minister Amit Shah. On this occasion, he interacted with Marathi-speaking dignitaries working in various fields in Delhi and greeted them, showcasing the rich cultural splendour of Maharashtra. A special cultural programme had been organized at Maharashtra Sadan to awaken the cultural heritage of Maharashtra. In collaboration with the Agriculture Department of the Government of Maharashtra and jointly organized by the Konkan Hapus Mango Producers' Association, Devgad, Sindhudurg, a two-day sales exhibition of geographically-graded Alphonso mango was inaugurated by the Resident Commissioner and Secretary R Vimala today. Delhiites also have a golden opportunity to buy the 'fragrant king of Maharashtra', Hapus mango. UNI VKB SS
