₹372 Cr dairy expansion proposed for Ferozepur to boost farmers’ income and generate employment
Ferozepur, April 5, 2026:In a significant move aimed at strengthening the dairy sector and enhancing farmers’ income, Director of Milkfed Punjab and Chairman of Milk Union Ferozepur, Gurbhej Singh Tibbi, held a key meeting with National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) Chairman Manish Shah in Amritsar.
During the meeting, Tibbi presented a detailed proposal focused on boosting milk production and improving the economic condition of dairy farmers in the Ferozepur region. A major highlight of the proposal is a ₹372 crore expansion project for Verka Ferozepur Dairy.
The project includes the establishment of a new milk powder plant with a capacity of 60 metric tonnes at an estimated cost of ₹270 crore. Additionally, a modern plant for fermented dairy products such as curd and lassi, with a capacity of 50 metric tonnes, is proposed at a cost of ₹102 crore.
Tibbi emphasised that the implementation of this project would significantly increase the demand for milk in the region, ensuring better prices for farmers and thereby enhancing their income. The project is also expected to generate employment opportunities for around 2,000 to 3,000 youth, both directly and indirectly.
The initiative is likely to boost milk processing capacity, promote value-added dairy products, accelerate industrial growth, and improve local infrastructure. It will also help curb migration by providing job opportunities closer to home and creating supportive employment avenues for women.
Tibbi further stated that Manish Shah responded positively to the proposals and assured full support in taking the project forward.
Terming the project a milestone for the dairy sector in Ferozepur, Tibbi expressed confidence that it would play a crucial role in strengthening the economic condition of farmers in the region.