JAMMU: More than half of Indian (54%) consumers ranked quality of milk as a top priority while purchasing milk. Leading to the National Milk Day on November 26, Godrej Jersey’s Milk Report also revealed that Indians are ready to increase milk consumption if they are assured of milk quality and safety.

Titled ‘Bottoms Up…India Says Cheers to Milk!’ the comprehensive study covering consumer responses from Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, and Kolkata, provides valuable insights into evolving consumer preferences and industry trends. Beyond quality considerations, the report highlights shifting consumer awareness and expectations in the dairy sector, serving as a crucial resource for industry stakeholders and policymakers.

Commenting on the findings, Bhupendra Suri, CEO, Godrej Jersey said, “During the survey we found that consumers milk purchasing, and consumption preference is dependent on hygienic sourcing and processing coupled with packaging and assurance of no adulteration. Hence on the National Milk Day, this data serves as a reminder that the principles of the White Revolution – quality, transparency, and consumer trust – remain as relevant today as they were first championed.”

The survey found that hygiene was a key factor while purchasing the milk for the consumers based out of Pune and Chennai (31% each) followed by Bangalore (30%) and Hyderabad (28%). When it came to unadulteration of milk as an important aspect for purchase, consumers from Mumbai and Pune (33% each) followed by Bangalore (29%) and Delhi (28%). Type of packaging was given the least priority while making the purchase of milk across the cities.

Additionally, as per the respondents, their purchase and consumption of milk is also dependent on the advice from doctors and family friends and 70 percent of consumers are willing to pay premium for high-quality and safe milk.

By championing quality and transparency, Godrej Jersey continues to contribute to the growth and development of India’s dairy landscape. The company’s programs on integrated animal husbandry, and sustainable farming enable farmers enhance their income levels by adopting best practices in Dairy farming.

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In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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