How has the milk revolution in India transformed the dairy industry
Explore the significance of the milk revolution in India and its implications for the dairy sector.
- The milk revolution in India, spearheaded by Dr. Verghese Kurien's White Revolution, significantly increased milk production and created a cooperative model in the dairy industry.
- It transformed India from a milk-deficient nation to the world's largest milk producer, ensuring self-sufficiency in dairy products.
- The revolution improved the livelihoods of millions of small-scale dairy farmers by providing them with a steady income and access to veterinary services and cattle feed.
- The dairy sector's modernization and expansion led to increased employment opportunities and rural development.
- It also enhanced food security and nutrition by making milk and dairy products more accessible and affordable to a wider population.
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