Last Updated:November 26, 2024, 06:00 IST

National Milk Day 2024, to be observed on November 26, will be celebrated under the theme “Transforming Dairying with AI and IT”.

Milk contains valuable nutrients, including calcium, protein, fat. (Image: Shutterstock)

NATIONAL MILK DAY 2024: National Milk Day is celebrated on November 26 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr Verghese Kurien who is known as the ‘Father of the White Revolution in India.’

Dr Kurien dedicated his life to empowering marginal farmers in the dairy industry and made India the world’s largest producer of milk. The special day highlights the achievement and importance of the dairy sector in our country. It also aims to raise awareness of the nutritional benefits of milk and to promote the milk industry in India.

Let us explore the history, significance and some quotes on National Milk Day.

National Milk Day 2024: Theme

This year’s National Milk Day, themed “Transforming Dairying with AI and IT”, is scheduled for November 26, 2024. The event will recognize the achievements of dairy champions and their vital role in shaping the dairy sector. The prestigious National Gopal Ratna Awards will also be presented on this day.

ALSO READ: Expert Shares What Happens When You Drink 7-8 Glasses Of Milk Every Day

National Milk Day 2024: History

The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), the Indian Dairy Association (IDA), and 22 state-level milk federations decided to celebrate Dr Verghese Kurien’s birth anniversary as National Milk Day on November 26, 2014. Dr Kurien led the world’s extensive agricultural program Operation Flood in India which earned him the title of the Father of the White Revolution.

Dr Kurien’s contribution made India become the largest milk producer in 1998 surpassing the US. He established 30 institutions managed by farmers and workers and helped organise the Delhi Milk Scheme to correct the prices levied. He is known for establishing the brand Amul and industrialising dairy production. For his achievements, he received India’s highest civilian awards, namely the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan.

National Milk Day 2024: Significance

National Milk Day aims to encourage the citizens involved in dairy production and take active steps towards uplifting the mechanism and rearing methods. On the occasion of National Milk Day, the National Gopal Ratna Awards are presented to the winners of the Best Dairy Farmer rearing Indigenous cattle/buffalo breeds, Best Artificial Insemination Technician and Best Dairy Cooperative Society (DCS)/ Milk Producer Company/ Dairy Farmer Producer Organization in the country.

ALSO READ: AMUL Expands Global Footprint, Eyes European Market After US Entry

National Milk Day 2024: 5 Quotes To Share

If you want to wish your friend and co-workers on the day, here are some quotes you can use:

1. “Everything gets better with milk.” – Debasish Mridha
2. “Milk is like duct tape. It fixes everything.”- Anonymous
3. “Milk, it does a body good.” National Dairy Council
4. “Milk is the only substance that provides complete nutrition to humans from infancy to old age.” – Unknown
5. “Never cry over spilt milk, because it may have been poisoned.”- W. C. Fields