Amul and Mother Dairy have increased milk prices by ₹2 per litre across India, with the new rates coming into effect from today, May 14. The hike applies to several popular milk variants sold by both companies.
The companies said the revision was made because of rising production and operational costs. According to them, expenses related to cattle feed, transportation, packaging and milk procurement have increased in recent months.
Amul stated that the higher prices would help support dairy farmers, who are also facing increased costs in maintaining milk production. Mother Dairy said procurement prices paid to farmers have gone up steadily over the past year, making the revision necessary.
Following the increase, products such as full cream milk, toned milk and cow milk will now cost more in markets across the country. Retailers have already started selling milk at the revised prices.
The hike is expected to affect household spending as milk remains one of the most commonly used food items in Indian homes. It is widely used for beverages, cooking and children’s nutrition, making it an essential daily purchase for families.
There are also concerns that the increase in milk prices could eventually affect the cost of dairy products such as curd, paneer and sweets if input costs remain high.
This is Amul’s first nationwide milk price hike since 2025. Both companies said the revision was necessary to maintain supply stability and support the dairy supply chain, especially farmers and milk producers.
The rising inflation, fuel prices and supply chain costs continue to impact the dairy sector. The seasonal fluctuations in milk production also influence procurement and pricing decisions.
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