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The Karnataka government has approved a hike in milk and curd prices, effective April 1. The decision was taken in response to demands from dairy farmers, cooperatives, and the Animal Husbandry Department. As a result, the price of Nandini’s toned milk will rise from Rs 42 to Rs 46 per litre, while curd will now cost Rs 54 per litre, up from Rs 50.
The revised prices for Nandini dairy products in Karnataka are as follows: toned milk – Rs 46 per litre, homogenised toned milk – Rs 47 per litre, cow milk (Green Packet) – Rs 50 per litre, and Shubham Milk – Rs 52 per litre. Curd will cost Rs 54 per litre.
For comparison, prices for other leading dairy brands in Delhi-NCR are as follows: Amul Gold – Rs 67 per litre, Amul Taaza – Rs 55 per litre, Mother Dairy Full Cream – Rs 68 per litre, and Mother Dairy Toned Milk – Rs 56 per litre.
The price adjustment has been welcomed by dairy cooperatives and milk federations in Karnataka, citing rising production costs and the need for fair compensation to farmers. However, the hike is expected to weigh heavily on ordinary consumers, who are already grappling with the recent surge in public transport fares.
This move adds to the financial strain on consumers, who are already facing increased costs for basic necessities. The cycle of inflation and increasing costs is likely to continue, putting pressure on household budgets. As the price of milk and curd continues to rise, consumers will need to adjust their spending habits to accommodate the changes.