Amul, Mother Dairy raise milk prices by ₹2-4 per litre

Leading dairy manufacturers Amul and Mother Dairy have announced fresh price increases for milk products, with rates rising by ₹2 to ₹4 per litre from November 12. The hike represents the second round of price adjustments initiated by major dairy companies during the current financial year, underscoring persistent cost pressures in the sector.

The price increases have been attributed to elevated feed and fodder costs alongside higher milk procurement expenses. Dairy producers have cited the need to maintain sustainable margins while managing increased input costs that have accumulated over recent months. Industry sources indicate that the pressure on feed availability and pricing has been a significant factor in the decision to raise consumer prices.

The move is expected to add pressure on household budgets across India, particularly for middle and lower-income families for whom milk remains a staple dietary item. Analysts warn that successive price increases in essential food items could contribute to broader food inflation concerns, potentially impacting overall inflation metrics as consumer prices for dairy products continue to climb.

The timing of the increase coincides with heightened scrutiny of food price movements and their impact on household consumption patterns. As dairy is a key component of the consumer price basket, these adjustments could influence retail price indices and contribute to inflationary trends monitored by policymakers.