Key Facts
A livestock owner in Mandi district dumped his milk at the Dugdh Sosayati Bhadayal dairy on Monday after it was returned due to quality concerns. The incident sparked a protest by farmers against the milk federation's policies.
Details of the Incident
On June 22, 2026, around 10:00 AM, livestock owner Ravi Saini arrived at the dairy to deposit his milk. However, the milk route inspector rejected it, claiming it was spoiled. Enraged, Saini poured the entire milk supply on the dairy premises. He stated that he had reached the dairy at 6:00 AM but had to wait for about four hours before his turn came. The delay in collection affected the milk quality, leading to its rejection. He emphasized that farmers were not at fault.
Impact on Farmers
Following the incident, a tense atmosphere prevailed at the dairy for a long time. Farmers alleged that the milk federation has arbitrarily implemented rules, allowing only registered livestock owners to deposit milk. Sending milk through another person has been banned, causing great inconvenience. They also accused the society secretary of failing to collect milk on time, with farmers bearing the brunt. The protesters raised slogans against the government and the milk federation.
What Readers Should Know
- The incident highlights the challenges faced by dairy farmers in Himachal Pradesh due to delayed collection and restrictive policies.
- Farmers demand timely collection and relaxation of rules to prevent milk spoilage and financial loss.
- Authorities have not yet responded to the protest.
FAQ
Why did the farmer dump milk at the dairy?
The farmer, Ravi Saini, dumped his milk after it was rejected due to quality issues caused by a 4-hour delay in collection at Dugdh Sosayati Bhadayal.
What are the farmers protesting against?
Farmers are protesting against the milk federation's new rule that only registered owners can deposit milk, and delays in collection that spoil milk.
Where did the incident take place?
The incident occurred at the Dugdh Sosayati Bhadayal dairy in Bhadayal, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh.
Source: www.amarujala.com