Milk prices in Mumbai are set for a significant increase, with the Mumbai Milk Producers Association (MMPA) announcing a Rs 9 per litre hike in wholesale rates. This change will take effect on September 1, 2026, pushing the price from the current Rs 93 per litre to Rs 102 per litre.
Why Are Milk Prices Rising?
The MMPA cited a substantial rise in the cost of maintaining dairy animals and their feed as the primary reasons for the price adjustment. During a recent meeting held at the Diwan Centre Hall in Jogeshwari, Mumbai, members highlighted a significant increase in the prices of key feed ingredients, including grains, tur chuni, and chana chuni.
According to the association, these feed items have seen a cost increase of up to 25%. Higher prices for cattle feed, oil cakes, and other essential inputs have placed a considerable financial burden on milk producers, making it challenging to sustain current production levels at existing prices. The Rs 9 increase aims to provide some relief to these producers grappling with elevated operational costs.
New Wholesale Rates and Consumer Impact
Following the MMPA's decision, the wholesale price of milk in Mumbai will officially reach Rs 102 per litre starting September 1, 2026. This revised rate is intended to reflect the escalating expenses associated with dairy animal upkeep and milk production. These new prices are expected to remain in effect until February 28, 2027.
It's important to note that while the association sets the wholesale price, the actual retail rates for consumers across Mumbai may vary depending on the specific supplier, dairy farm, and distribution channels. This latest increase is likely to add further pressure on household budgets, especially for families that rely heavily on milk and other dairy products for daily consumption.
Comparison with Delhi-NCR Prices
For context, full-cream milk in the Delhi-NCR region, which includes areas like Ghaziabad, Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad, currently sells for approximately Rs 72 per litre for branded products. Local milk vendors in some parts of Delhi-NCR charge around Rs 80 per litre. Cow milk typically ranges between Rs 65 and Rs 70 per litre, though prices from local dairy farms and loose-milk sellers can also fluctuate by locality.