Dairy farmers across Tamil Nadu are set to receive higher earnings following a significant decision by the state government. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay announced on Monday a fresh increase of Rs 3 per liter in the procurement price of milk. With this latest enhancement, livestock farmers in the state will now be paid Rs 44 per liter for their supply. The revised pricing structure is estimated to impose an annual burden of Rs 720 crore on the state exchequer.
Breakdown of Milk Procurement Rate Revisions
This decision marks the second time in a span of just 12 days that the state administration has increased milk procurement prices. Previously, on August 19, the government had raised the procurement rate by Rs 3 per liter, pushing the price up from Rs 38 per liter to Rs 41 per liter. Prior to that adjustment, farmers were receiving Rs 38 per liter up until August 18. With Monday's second revision adding another Rs 3 per liter, the total cumulative increase over the 12-day period stands at Rs 6 per liter, taking the final rate from Rs 41 to Rs 44 per liter.
Impact on Dairy Farmers and Rural Economy
The state government attributed the price revision to the rising expenditure involved in animal husbandry, including the increased cost of cattle feed and daily maintenance. The overall Rs 6 per liter hike within less than two weeks is expected to deliver a substantial direct boost to the regular income of milk producers across Tamil Nadu. Authorities noted that the increased payout would enhance household savings for dairy farmers and strengthen their purchasing power in rural markets.
Infrastructure and Industrial Project Announcements
Alongside the announcement regarding milk procurement rates, Chief Minister Joseph Vijay unveiled additional state development initiatives. A semiconductor park is scheduled to be established at Maduramangalam in Kanchipuram district to bolster the manufacturing sector. Furthermore, to address power outage challenges in Chennai, the state government announced plans to construct a dedicated power corridor at an estimated cost of Rs 1,762 crore.
