Milk Federations of Indian States & UTs – Brand Names & Descriptions
State/UT | Milk Brand Name | Description |
Gujarat | Amul | Owned by GCMMF, Amul is India’s most iconic milk brand, known for revolutionizing the dairy cooperative movement under the White Revolution led by Dr. Verghese Kurien. |
Karnataka | Nandini | Managed by Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), Nandini is a popular brand offering a wide range of dairy products, well-known in southern India. |
Tamil Nadu | Aavin | A state-run brand under the Tamil Nadu Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation Ltd, providing milk and dairy products throughout the state. |
Maharashtra | Mahanand | Managed by the Maharashtra Rajya Sahakari Dudh Mahasangh Maryadit, Mahanand is known for supplying milk and dairy products across Maharashtra. |
Rajasthan | Saras | Operated by Rajasthan Cooperative Dairy Federation (RCDF), Saras provides milk, ghee, curd, and other products under a cooperative framework. |
Uttar Pradesh | Parag | UP’s state milk brand, Parag, offers milk and value-added products like paneer, butter, and flavored milk. |
Haryana | Vita | Under Haryana Dairy Development Cooperative Federation Ltd, Vita is a trusted brand supplying quality milk and dairy products. |
Punjab | Verka | Managed by Punjab State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation, Verka is a leading dairy brand known for its quality and wide distribution. |
Bihar | Sudha | Operated by the Bihar State Milk Co-operative Federation (COMFED), Sudha is a household brand known for milk and sweets in eastern India. |
West Bengal | Mother Dairy (WB) | Managed by the West Bengal Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (WBCMPF), this is separate from the Delhi-based Mother Dairy but similarly offers milk and dairy products. |
Odisha | Omfed | Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation runs OMFED, which markets milk and traditional sweets like rasagolla. |
Madhya Pradesh | Sanchi | Operated by MP State Cooperative Dairy Federation, Sanchi is a well-regarded brand for milk, curd, ghee, and more. |
Chhattisgarh | Sita | Managed by Chhattisgarh State Cooperative Dairy Federation, Sita supplies dairy products in the state. |
Jharkhand | Medha | Jharkhand Milk Federation’s brand, Medha, is gaining popularity for its hygienically processed milk and dairy products. |
Uttarakhand | Aanchal | Under Uttarakhand Cooperative Dairy Federation, Aanchal supplies milk, sweets, and flavored dairy products. |
Delhi | Mother Dairy | Established by NDDB, Mother Dairy is a major brand in Delhi NCR offering milk, fruits, vegetables, and more. |
Kerala | Milma | Managed by Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), Milma is the dominant brand offering high-quality dairy items. |
Andhra Pradesh | Vijaya | A state-run brand known for fresh dairy products, widely available in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. |
Telangana | Vijaya (TS) | Telangana continues with Vijaya brand, though under a separate administrative setup from Andhra. |
Assam & Northeast | Purabi | Managed by West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL), Purabi is popular in Assam and northeast regions. |
Tripura | Sudhangshu | Tripura’s own brand under its milk cooperative federation. |
Himachal Pradesh | Him | Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Milk Federation runs this brand, mainly catering to hilly regions. |
Jammu & Kashmir | Snowcap | J&K Milk Producers Cooperative Ltd (JKMPCL) operates this brand known for milk and ghee. |
Goa | Goa Dairy | Goa’s local dairy cooperative offers milk and curd under the Goa Dairy label. |
Puducherry | Ponlait | A regional brand operated by the Puducherry Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union. |
Chandigarh | Verka | The UT markets Verka products sourced from Punjab Milk Federation. |
Sikkim | Sikkim Dairy | Operated by the Sikkim Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union Ltd, mainly catering to local consumers. |
Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya | Local/NGO-supported brands | Dairy development is in early stages; some states are supported through WAMUL or NDDB initiatives. |
Conclusion:
These brands not only provide quality dairy to millions but also support lakhs of rural milk producers through cooperatives, ensuring livelihood, empowerment, and economic growth across the country.