National Milk Day is observed annually on November 26
This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the Father of the White Revolution
In 2014, Indian Dairy Association and dairy majors initiated the celebration on this day as a tribute to Dr. Kurien’s visionary contributions
His visionary behind Amul contributed in transforming India from a milk-deficit nation to the world's largest milk producer
Amul, an acronym for Anand Milk Union Limited was established in 1946 in Anand, Gujarat
The farmer cooperatives, integral to the White Revolution's success, were propelled by Operation Flood, leading India to self-sufficiency in milk production
India presently produces 210 million metric tons of milk. (According to Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying)
The National Gopal Ratna Awards acknowledge and motivate individuals contributing to livestock and dairy industry