Uttar Pradesh holds dairy conclaves to boost rural economy, women’s empowerment
Dhanalakshmi K., Dairy Commissioner of Uttar Pradesh, said that members of milk unions, milk-producing farmers, and self-help groups are encouraged to take help from welfare measures.
The Uttar Pradesh Dairy Department is organizing dairy conclaves to promote rural economy and women's empowerment. The department honored its 50th anniversary on April 17, 2026, and held a two-day Dugdamrit Searn Mahotsav in Lucknow to celebrate. Dhanalakshmi K., the Dairy Commissioner, explained that the conferences aimed to share experiences and success stories from farmers, investors, and exporters.
They are planning divisional conclaves in various districts, including Meerut, Agra, and Bareilly. The Minister of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Dharampal Singh, attended the occasions. The initiative seeks to boost the rural economy, empower women, improve milk quality, ensure assured income, create employment, enhance food security, and contribute to a one trillion-dollar economy.
The department aims to raise awareness about modern technologies and scientific livestock management, implement departmental schemes, and promote dairy policies like the Nand Baba Dugd Mission and Dairy Policy 2022.
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