Gandhinagar : In a significant example of women-led empowerment in the dairy sector, Banas Dairy has achieved 33% representation of women on its Board of Directors, mirroring the proposed reservation model in Parliament, said Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi.
Women Power Driving Dairy Growth
Speaking at a joint “Milk Day” and Women Awareness Programme आयोजित with Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation, Sanghavi highlighted the scale of participation:
- 11 lakh women members
- Out of a total 36 lakh dairy members
He described Banas Dairy as a “living example of economic self-reliance”, with women playing a central role in livestock management and milk production.
Ahead of Policy: Cooperative Leads by Example
Drawing a parallel with the proposed 33% reservation for women in Parliament, Sanghavi noted that Banas Dairy has already implemented this representation internally.
This makes the cooperative not just a dairy institution—but a model of grassroots governance and inclusion.
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Leadership & Recognition
The event, held at the Banas Dairy complex in Sanadar village, was attended by:
- Shankar Chaudhary, Chairman of Banas Dairy and Speaker of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly
Women livestock keepers shared their journeys, showcasing how dairy farming has:
- Generated stable income
- Enhanced decision-making power
- Strengthened rural livelihoods
Outstanding performers were also felicitated for their contributions.
Beyond Dairy: Social and Economic Impact
Officials emphasised that women’s involvement in dairy is:
- Driving financial independence
- Supporting rural household economies
- Contributing to the broader milk revolution in India
The initiative also aligns with Gujarat’s continued focus on animal husbandry and cooperative development.
The Bigger Picture
Banas Dairy’s model reinforces a key trend in India’s dairy sector:
- Cooperatives are no longer just procurement bodies
- They are becoming platforms for social transformation
With women forming a significant share of producers and now decision-makers, the sector is moving toward inclusive and sustainable growth.
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