Guwahati: Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the expansion of the Purabi Dairy plant is a crucial step towards realizing the vision of a self-reliant Assam in the dairy sector.
The Chief Minister said this at the Bhoomi Poojan ceremony of the dairy plant organized by West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL) for its expansion at Panjabari, Guwahati.
The upgraded facility is expected to double the plant’s milk processing capacity from 1.5 lakh litres per day (LLPD) to 3 lakh litres per day (LLPD).
Jogen Mohan, Minister of Cooperation, Government of Assam and others were present at the ceremony.
The Rs 104 crore expansion project is in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between WAMUL and NDDB during the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit in February of this year. This initiative is part of a larger effort to strengthen the dairy value chain and ensure sustainable livelihoods for rural milk producers.
The Chief Minister stated, “The expansion of the Purabi Dairy plant is a crucial step towards realizing our vision of a self-reliant Assam in the dairy sector. By doubling the processing capacity of this plant, we are not only ensuring better market access for a larger number of dairy farmers in the state but also enhancing nutritional security for our people. I congratulate NDDB and Purabi Dairy for their efforts in strengthening Assam’s dairy ecosystem and supporting rural livelihoods.”
Dr Meenesh Shah, Chairman, NDDB & WAMUL stated, “It is a momentous occasion for Purabi Dairy and the cooperative families we represent. The expansion of the Purabi Dairy plant is a testament to the power of cooperative efforts and strategic vision. With this expansion, we are building the capacity needed to support a growing dairy network, improving milk collection, streamlining processing and reaching more consumers across the region. WAMUL and NDDB remain committed to supporting the Assam government’s dairy development plan with the infrastructure and institutional frameworks required for long-term sustainability and growth.”
Operated by the West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd. (WAMUL) under the Purabi Dairy brand, the Panjabari plant is the largest dairy processing facility in Northeast India, a press release said.
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