From November 1, the price of Nandini milk will increase by ₹8 per litre. This decision was made by the Karnataka Cabinet to address the rising costs faced by dairy farmers and milk unions. The price hike aims to support those involved in milk production amid increasing expenses for cattle feed, medicines, transportation, and packaging, as well as fodder shortages caused by drought.
- The price of toned milk in the blue packet will rise from ₹46 to ₹54 per litre.
- ₹7 of the increase will be given to dairy farmers, and ₹1 will go to milk unions.
- The price revision follows repeated requests from milk unions due to rising input costs.
- Previous price hikes occurred in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Why is Nandini milk price increasing?
The price increase is a response to the growing costs of producing milk. Milk unions highlighted the rising expenses for cattle feed, fodder, medicines, transportation, and plastic packaging. Additionally, drought conditions have led to fodder shortages, further increasing costs for dairy farmers.
How will the price hike affect consumers?
Consumers will see the price of toned milk in the blue packet increase from ₹46 to ₹54 per litre starting November 1. This is an ₹8 increase compared to the previous price.
Who benefits from the price increase?
Of the ₹8 increase, ₹7 will be passed directly to dairy farmers to help cover their rising costs. The remaining ₹1 will be allocated to milk unions to support their operations.
What is the history of milk price changes in Karnataka?
Karnataka has seen several milk price increases in recent years. In November 2022 and July 2023, prices rose by ₹3 per litre each time. In June 2024, prices increased by ₹2 per litre, with an initial offer of an additional 50 ml of milk per litre, which was later withdrawn. In March 2025, prices were raised by ₹4 per litre. The current ₹8 increase is the largest in recent years.
When was the price hike approved and announced?
The Karnataka Cabinet approved the ₹8 price increase on October 6, 2026. However, the announcement was delayed due to the Model Code of Conduct during the Legislative Council elections. The official announcement came after the elections, with the price hike effective from November 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the new price of Nandini toned milk?
A: The new price will be ₹54 per litre, up from ₹46.
Q: Why did the price increase take time to be announced?
A: The announcement was delayed due to the Model Code of Conduct during the Legislative Council elections.
Q: How much of the price hike benefits dairy farmers?
A: ₹7 out of the ₹8 increase will be passed on to dairy farmers.
Q: What caused the increase in milk production costs?
A: Rising costs of cattle feed, fodder, medicines, transportation, packaging, and fodder shortages due to drought.
