India’s dairy sector is experiencing a significant digital shift aimed at improving productivity and promoting transparency and inclusivity for farmer welfare. The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) is leading this transformation by developing digital platforms that connect farmers, cooperatives, and stakeholders in the dairy value chain. These systems not only boost operational productivity but also directly link millions of small and marginal dairy farmers to a modern, tech-driven ecosystem.
One of the key digital tools, the Automatic Milk Collection System (AMCS), has already benefited over 17.3 lakh milk producers across 54 milk unions by ensuring transparent payments and efficient operations. Additionally, the Internet-based Dairy Information System (i-DIS) is aiding around 198 milk unions and 15 federations in making data-driven decisions and benchmarking performance. Moreover, the use of GIS technology for milk route optimization has helped cooperatives in various states save significantly on transportation costs and enhance delivery efficiency.
The National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM), in collaboration with the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), is a crucial step towards establishing a unified digital livestock ecosystem known as “Bharat Pashudhan.” Through digital tools like unique animal identification and mobile applications, the NDLM aims to empower farmers, improve productivity, and ensure every animal in India has a digital identity linked to health records and productivity data. More than 35.68 crore animals have been issued “Pashu Aadhaar” under NDLM, facilitating traceable livestock management.
By combining the strength of cooperatives with digital innovation, India is setting new benchmarks in sustainable dairy development, creating a connected, traceable, and efficient value chain for milk production. These efforts align with NDDB’s vision of establishing a digitally empowered dairy sector that benefits both producers and consumers, bringing India closer to its aspiration of becoming a global leader in safe, sustainable, and technology-driven milk production.
