Are milk prices in Kerala going to rise by up to Rs 6 per litre? Here’s what Milma chairman says

The Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF) has clarified that any decision on revising milk prices will be taken only after the state’s local body elections. Chairman KS Mani said the board will reopen discussions once polling is over.

What has Milma said about a possible price hike?

Addressing reporters in Thiruvananthapuram, KS Mani said a committee set up to review the price structure had already submitted its report. The board was expected to examine the proposal, but it was held back after a recent revision in GST rates.

“Following the GST revision, we decided not to take up the price revision proposal during the meeting. But GST and price revision have no direct connection,” Mani said.

Why was the proposal delayed?

According to Mani, the GST adjustment prompted the board to postpone the discussion. Milma will now revisit the matter only after the local body elections conclude.

How much of a hike are farmers demanding?

“There is a demand from farmers to increase the price by Rs 5–6 per litre. However, Milma has not taken any official decision so far. Even the decision to consider the hike will only be taken in the board meeting,” Mani clarified.

What happens next?

Milma will wait until after the polls before deciding whether to formally consider the proposed price revision.