Aavin Hikes Prices on 25 Milk Products Ahead of Deepavali

The Tamil Nadu Cooperative Milk Producers Federation, or Aavin, will increase prices on 25 milk-based products starting Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The hike includes an ₹80 per kilo increase for ghee, a ₹10 per kilo rise for curd, and higher costs for buttermilk and milkshakes. Aavin stated the revision addresses rising raw material and procurement expenses, noting that 90% of the additional revenue will support dairy farmers.

Consumer activist T. Sadagopan criticized the timing of the price increase during the peak festival season. He urged Aavin to ensure product availability at parlours and prevent private vendors from charging above the maximum retail price.

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