Mother Dairy has increased the prices of its liquid milk variants by ₹2 to ₹4 per litre, with the revised rates taking effect from Thursday, November 12, 2026. The price revision, which affects consumers across the Delhi-NCR market, comes amid rising milk procurement costs and is expected to add to household expenses.
The company, one of the largest milk suppliers in the National Capital Region, has revised prices across several categories, including full cream, toned, double toned and cow milk. The increase follows higher payments to dairy farmers, with the company passing on part of the additional cost to consumers.
Mother Dairy last revised its milk prices on May 14, 2026. Before that, the previous increase had taken place in April 2025.
Mother Dairy Milk Price List: New Rates From November 12
The revised prices apply to several liquid milk variants sold in the Delhi-NCR market.
Milk variant
Previous price
New price
Full cream milk (pouch)
₹72/litre
₹76/litre
Toned milk (pouch)
₹60/litre
₹62/litre
Toned milk (bulk vended)
₹58/litre
₹60/litre
Double toned milk
₹54/litre
₹56/litre
Cow milk
₹62/litre
₹65/litre
Full cream milk has recorded the steepest increase of ₹4 per litre. Cow milk has become costlier by ₹3 per litre, while the other listed varieties have increased by ₹2 per litre.
The revised rates mean families purchasing milk regularly will have to adjust their monthly grocery budgets. The actual increase in household spending will depend on the quantity and type of milk purchased.
Why Has Mother Dairy Increased Milk Prices?
The latest revision follows an increase in the prices Mother Dairy pays farmers for procuring milk. Higher procurement costs have pushed up the company's input expenses, prompting it to pass on a portion of the increase to consumers.
The company reportedly transfers around 75–80% of its milk sales realisation to farmers. The procurement price paid to dairy producers is therefore a significant component of its overall operating costs.
A company spokesperson declined to comment on the latest price revision, according to reports citing industry sources.
Milk prices are influenced by several factors, including procurement costs, cattle feed expenses, transportation, processing and distribution. When the cost of sourcing milk rises, dairy companies may revise retail prices to maintain their operating margins while continuing payments to producers.
How Much Milk Does Mother Dairy Sell Every Day?
Mother Dairy sells approximately 35 lakh litres of milk daily across Delhi-NCR through its own outlets, traditional retail channels and e-commerce platforms.
Its overall daily milk sales exceed 50 lakh litres across the markets it serves, making the company a significant player in India's dairy sector.
The latest price increase could therefore affect a large number of consumers, particularly households that depend on packaged milk for everyday needs such as tea, coffee, breakfast and cooking.
The company recorded a 17% increase in turnover to ₹20,300 crore in the previous financial year, supported by improved demand for its milk products and cooking oils.
What the Price Hike Means for Household Budgets
The increase comes at a time when food prices remain an important concern for Indian households. Milk is a regular purchase for many families, so even a small rise per litre can accumulate into a noticeable additional expense over several weeks.
For example, a household purchasing two litres of milk daily would pay ₹120 more per month if the price increased by ₹2 per litre across its entire purchase. If the increase were ₹4 per litre, the additional monthly expense would be ₹240, assuming consumption remained unchanged.
The actual impact will vary according to the milk variant selected and the quantity purchased.
Consumers in Delhi-NCR should check the updated prices applicable to their preferred variety from November 12, as the revised rates differ across products.
