Moo-ving Ahead: How India Became the World’s Dairy Dynamo

India’s dairy dominance rooted in Anand’s legacy and rural innovation  
India has officially been recognized as the Milk Capital of the World, thanks to its unmatched contribution to global dairy production. With over 239 million tonnes of milk produced in 2023–24, India accounts for more than a quarter of the world’s supply, surpassing traditional dairy giants like the US and China.

At the heart of this achievement lies Anand, a city in Gujarat that birthed the Amul cooperative and spearheaded the White Revolution. This movement, led by Dr. Verghese Kurien, transformed India from a milk-deficient nation into a dairy powerhouse. Today, India’s dairy sector thrives on a vast network of rural farmers, modern technology, and a robust cooperative system.

Major takeaways  

• India produces over 25% of global milk, making it the largest milk producer  
• Anand, Gujarat is called the Milk Capital for its role in the White Revolution  
• Amul cooperative and Dr. Verghese Kurien central to India’s dairy success  
• India’s per capita milk availability stands at 471 grams/day, above global average  
• Dairy growth driven by buffalo milk yield and rising domestic demand  

Sources: Jagran Josh, Testbook, Arab Times