India: NDDB Collaborates with Himachal Pradesh Government for Rs. 225 Crore Milk Processing Plant
Source: The DairyNews
The Himachal Pradesh government has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to receive consultancy services for establishing a cutting-edge automated milk processing plant in Dhagwar, Kangra.
The Dhagwar plant, with an initial capacity of 1.50 Lakh Litres Per Day (LLDP) and expandable up to 3 LLPD, is set to become a fully automated facility. The ambitious project, backed by an investment of Rs. 225 crore in the first phase, aims to produce a diverse range of dairy products, including curd, lassi, butter, ghee, paneer, flavored milk, khoya, and mozzarella cheese.
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighted that the project would bring prosperity to dairy farming communities and significantly contribute to the overall growth of the state. The plant will play a vital role in boosting the rural economy by directly purchasing milk from farmers in Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, and Una districts.
Sukhu emphasized the importance of transparency in milk procurement to ensure fair compensation for farmers, and an additional investment of Rs. 43 crore has been allocated to strengthen the milk procurement network, aiming to purchase 2.74 LLPD for sustaining the plant's operations.
Aligned with the government's commitment to farmer welfare, the project includes plans for the second phase, which involves the production of milk powder, ice cream, and various types of cheese at the Dhagwar Plant.
The Chief Minister highlighted the government's dedication to the welfare of the state's dairy farming community, citing the recent increase in the milk procurement rate from Rs. 32 to Rs. 38 per litre. He affirmed that the government is actively working to enhance farmers' income, with plans for additional schemes in the future.
Sukhu stressed the importance of strengthening the rural economy for making Himachal Pradesh a self-reliant state. With around 95 percent of the state's population residing in rural areas, achieving this goal is crucial for realizing the vision of making Himachal the most progressive state.
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighted that the project would bring prosperity to dairy farming communities and significantly contribute to the overall growth of the state. The plant will play a vital role in boosting the rural economy by directly purchasing milk from farmers in Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, and Una districts.
Sukhu emphasized the importance of transparency in milk procurement to ensure fair compensation for farmers, and an additional investment of Rs. 43 crore has been allocated to strengthen the milk procurement network, aiming to purchase 2.74 LLPD for sustaining the plant's operations.
Aligned with the government's commitment to farmer welfare, the project includes plans for the second phase, which involves the production of milk powder, ice cream, and various types of cheese at the Dhagwar Plant.
The Chief Minister highlighted the government's dedication to the welfare of the state's dairy farming community, citing the recent increase in the milk procurement rate from Rs. 32 to Rs. 38 per litre. He affirmed that the government is actively working to enhance farmers' income, with plans for additional schemes in the future.
Sukhu stressed the importance of strengthening the rural economy for making Himachal Pradesh a self-reliant state. With around 95 percent of the state's population residing in rural areas, achieving this goal is crucial for realizing the vision of making Himachal the most progressive state.
