Mother Dairy Hikes Milk Prices by ₹2–₹4 Per Litre From November 12; Full Cream Milk Sees Biggest Increase

Mother Dairy is set to increase milk prices by ₹2–₹4 per litre from November 12, 2026, in the Delhi-NCR market, according to reports citing sources familiar with the development. The revision will affect multiple milk categories, including full cream, toned, double toned and cow milk.

The reported increase comes amid rising milk procurement costs, adding to the expenses of households and businesses that depend on milk for daily consumption and food preparation.

Full cream milk will witness the highest price increase of ₹4 per litre, while other variants will become costlier by ₹2–₹3 per litre.

Mother Dairy's Revised Milk Prices

According to the reported revised price list, the new rates for different milk variants are:

The revised prices are reported for Delhi-NCR. Consumers in other markets should check their local product prices, as the same revision may not necessarily apply nationwide.

Why Is Mother Dairy Increasing Milk Prices?

The reported price revision is primarily linked to higher milk procurement costs.

Mother Dairy has been facing increased expenses in procuring milk from farmers. As procurement prices rise, dairy companies face additional pressure on their operating costs, particularly in a business where raw milk is the primary input.

According to sources quoted in reports, Mother Dairy transfers approximately 75–80% of its milk sales realisation to farmers. The latest price adjustment is intended to pass on a portion of the increased procurement costs to consumers.

However, the company spokesperson reportedly declined to comment on the development.

Households and Food Businesses Could Face Higher Expenses

The price increase will directly affect consumers who purchase Mother Dairy milk regularly.

For a household purchasing one litre of full cream milk every day, the additional expense will amount to approximately ₹120 per month. Consumers purchasing toned or double toned milk will pay around ₹60 more per month, assuming daily consumption of one litre.

The impact could also extend to the food service industry.

Restaurants, tea stalls, cafés, bakeries, sweet shops and dessert businesses use milk as a key ingredient in their daily operations. Even a small increase in procurement costs can affect operating margins for businesses that consume milk in large quantities.

Whether these businesses pass on the additional costs to customers will depend on their consumption levels, pricing strategies and existing profit margins.

Mother Dairy's Milk Business and Market Presence

Mother Dairy is one of India's major dairy companies and operates under the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).

The company sells more than 50 lakh litres of milk daily across its markets, with approximately 35 lakh litres sold in Delhi-NCR alone.

Beyond liquid milk, its portfolio includes dairy products, edible oils under the Dhara brand and fresh fruits and vegetables through Safal.

Mother Dairy reportedly recorded a turnover of ₹20,300 crore in the last financial year, registering 17% year-on-year growth.

Second Reported Milk Price Revision in 2026

The latest reported increase follows Mother Dairy's previous milk price revision on May 14, 2026.

With another price adjustment coming into effect from November 12, the development brings renewed attention to rising milk procurement costs and their impact on India's dairy market.

For consumers, milk remains an essential household purchase, while for the food industry, it is a critical raw material. Any sustained increase in milk prices can therefore have implications beyond the dairy category, potentially influencing the operating costs of several food and beverage businesses.

The November 12 revision will be closely watched by consumers and food businesses as they adjust to the higher cost of one of India's most widely consumed daily essentials.