India’s cooperative model achieved a landmark milestone as Amul and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) secured the first and second positions globally among the world’s top ten cooperatives. The recognition reflects India’s robust cooperative ecosystem, rooted in community participation, innovation, and self-reliance.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah extended his congratulations to both institutions, calling it a “proud moment for Bharat”. He emphasised that the achievement honours the dedication of millions of women linked to Amul and the farmers contributing to IFFCO, showcasing the boundless potential of India’s cooperative movement nurtured under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of empowerment and Atmanirbharta (self-reliance).
India’s dairy sector, led by Amul, stands as a global example of inclusive growth combining farmer-led cooperatives, women’s participation, and scientific innovation. As the world’s largest milk producer, India continues to strengthen its cooperative institutions through policy support, credit schemes, and research in fodder and animal health to ensure long-term resilience and sustainability.
Adding further impetus, the National Co-operative Exports Limited (NCEL), established in 2023, has achieved exports worth ₹5,403 crore, covering agricultural and processed commodities such as rice, sugar, baby food, and spices. NCEL, promoted by leading cooperatives including IFFCO, KRIBHCO, NAFED, GCMMF (Amul), and NCDC, demonstrates India’s growing influence in global agri-trade.
This dual achievement by Amul and IFFCO is not only a moment of national pride but also a clear indicator that India’s cooperative framework is evolving into a global model of inclusive economic growth and rural transformation.
