Milk procurement price increased from ₹38 to ₹41 per litre in Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced an increase in the milk procurement price from ₹38 to ₹41 per litre. The move aims to support the livelihoods of milk producers despite the state's current financial challenges.
Why it matters
This policy change directly impacts the agricultural economy and the welfare of dairy farmers in the region.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday (August 19, 2026) announced an increase in procurement price of milk in the State from ₹38 to ₹41 per litre.
Making a suo motu statement in the Assembly, he said the procurement price offered by primary milk cooperative societies would be increased by ₹1 and the government incentive would be increased from ₹3 to ₹5.
“The greatness of our tradition lies in worshipping cows as Gods, as they produce milk not just for their calves but also for humans and other living beings. The scientific world has proved that a cow has to purify 500 litres of its blood to produce one litre of milk, making us admire the contribution of the animal,” he said.
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