The new facilities will procure milk and horticultural products directly from local farmers, helping to increase their earnings. In line with the Swarna Andhra vision, these initiatives seek to foster inclusive growth in rural areas.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced significant investments by Shreeja Milk Producer Company and Mother Dairy to set up new processing units in Kuppam. These projects are expected to generate around 8,000 jobs and boost the rural economy in the area.

During a meeting with representatives from both organisations, Naidu reviewed plans for a dairy and animal feed processing unit by Shreeja Milk and a fruit pulp processing unit by Mother Dairy. Both companies have been allocated land in Kuppam, with project completion targeted within 15 to 18 months.

The investments will strengthen the rural economy by sourcing milk and horticultural products directly from local farmers, thereby increasing their incomes. These initiatives align with the Chief Minister’s “Swarna Andhra” vision and the goal of achieving “Zero Poverty” by empowering farmers and fostering sustainable livelihoods.

This announcement follows a broader agreement with the Kuppam Area Development Authority (KADA) focused on inclusive development and industrial growth in the region.

Naidu further mentioned, “Met representatives from Shreeja Milk Producer Organisation and Mother Dairy in Kuppam to discuss their transformative investment plans aimed at Zero Poverty, in line with our Swarna Andhra vision. These projects will boost the rural economy by directly procuring milk and horticulture produce from farmers, raising their incomes.”

The government has called on both companies to complete their projects within the next 15 to 18 months.