Press Release
Press Release from Sikkim Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Limited, Gangtok
Information & Public Relations Department
Two-Day Training Program on GHP & GMP Successfully Conducted at Tareythang and Kadamtam.
The Sikkim Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Limited (Sikkim Milk Union) successfully organized two consecutive awareness and training programmes on Good Hygienic Practices (GHP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) on 16th March 2026 at Tareythang Milk Producers’ Cooperative Society (MPCS) and 17th March 2026 at Kadamtam Community Hall.
The programs aimed at promoting clean milk production, scientific dairy farming, and strengthening cooperative institutions witnessed active participation of over 100 dairy farmers (gwalas) at Tareythang and a large number of farmers at Kadamtam.
The programs were graced by Shri Y.K. Sharma, Chairman, Sikkim Milk Union, as Chief Guest, and Dr. T.B. Ghatani, Managing Director, Sikkim Milk Union, as Special Guest.
Other dignitaries present included:
Shri C.P. Sharma, Board of Director, Sikkim Milk Union
Shri Arjun Rai, Board of Director, Sikkim Milk Union
Smt. Ranjana Rasaily, Zilla Panchayat Member
Smt. Manita Mangar, Former MLA, Namcheybong Constituency,
Shri Kenny Gurung, Social Worker,
Dr. Tshering Dolma Bhutia, Joint Director, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department,
Dr. Prena Baraily, Deputy Director, Veterinary Department,
Assistant Registrars of Cooperative Societies (ARCS) and Cooperative Inspectors,
Shri Ramesh Chettri, Branch Manager, SISCO Bank,
Officials and field functionaries of Sikkim Milk Union
Programme Highlights
The training sessions focused on:
Clean milk production and hygienic milking practices
Balanced cattle nutrition and use of BIS Type I cattle feed
Scientific dairy farming practices, including artificial insemination
Animal health care, vaccination (FMD, PPR, CSF), and deworming
Cattle insurance and risk mitigation
Cooperative governance, transparency, and record maintenance
Access to credit and financial schemes, including Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans
Technical sessions were conducted by experts from the Milk Union and Veterinary Department, emphasizing practical field-level applications.
Tareythang (Taza) MPCS – Key Achievements (16th March 2026)
The Tareythang (Taza) Milk Producers’ Cooperative Society was highlighted for its commendable performance and cooperative strength. With only 30 active members, the society has generated an impressive annual remuneration of approximately ₹26.95 lakh, including milk incentive, during the last year.
This achievement reflects the efficiency, commitment, and collective effort of its members, making it a promising model for sustainable dairy development at the grassroots level.
Kadamtam Women’s MPCS – Special Highlights (17th March 2026).
At Kadamtam, the dignitaries inaugurated the Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) of Kadamtam Women’s MPCS, strengthening milk procurecold chain infrastructure.
The Kadamtam Women’s MPCS, with 43 members, was recognised as a model cooperative, having generated an annual remuneration of approximately ₹58 lakh, including the ₹8 per litre milk incentive. 6 stands as an excellent example of women-led cooperative success and rural economic empowerment.
Address by Chairman, Sikkim Milk Union
Shri Y.K. Sharma highlighted the farmer-centric initiatives of the State Government, including the ₹8 per litre milk incentive, under which approximately ₹71 crore has been disbursed to dairy farmers.
He emphasized recognition initiatives such as “Gwala Diwas”, “Gwala Ratna Puraskar”, and annual awards of ₹10 lakh, ₹7 lakh, and ₹5 lakh to best-performing cooperative societies.
He assured farmers of continuous milk procurement without any “milk holiday” and informed them about the ₹25,000 compensation policy for cattle loss due to natural calamities. He encouraged youth to adopt dairy farming as a sustainable livelihood.
Address by Managing Director, Sikkim Milk Union
Dr. T.B. Ghatani highlighted the achievements of the Union, with an annual turnover of approximately ₹150 crore, benefiting thousands of dairy farmers.
He emphasized that farmers are the true stakeholders of the cooperative system and stressed the importance of quality milk production, scientific feeding practices, and cooperative participation.
He also highlighted ongoing initiatives such as fodder development, silage and hay making, and doorstep feed supply, aimed at addressing feed and fodder challenges in Sikkim.
Additional Highlights
Distribution of tokens for chaff cutters and dairy equipment
Felicitation of progressive dairy farmers (Brihaspati Niraula, Gazandra Rizal, Sinam Dadul Bhutia, Tarananda Dangal)
Awareness of animal diseases, vaccination, and livestock health management
Promotion of cattle insurance and scientific dairy practices
Interactive sessions addressing farmers’ grievances and field-level challenges
Conclusion
The Sikkim Milk Union continues to play a pivotal role in empowering dairy farmers through training, infrastructure development, and farmer-centric policies. The successful conduct of these programs reaffirms its commitment to enhancing milk quality, strengthening cooperative institutions, and ensuring sustainable rural livelihoods across the state.
The Sikkim Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Limited (Sikkim Milk Union) successfully organized two consecutive awareness and training programmes on Good Hygienic Practices (GHP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) on 16th March 2026 at Tareythang Milk Producers’ Cooperative Society (MPCS) and 17th March 2026 at Kadamtam Community Hall.
The programs aimed at promoting clean milk production, scientific dairy farming, and strengthening cooperative institutions witnessed active participation of over 100 dairy farmers (gwalas) at Tareythang and a large number of farmers at Kadamtam.
The programs were graced by Shri Y.K. Sharma, Chairman, Sikkim Milk Union, as Chief Guest, and Dr. T.B. Ghatani, Managing Director, Sikkim Milk Union, as Special Guest.
Other dignitaries present included:
Shri C.P. Sharma, Board of Director, Sikkim Milk Union
Shri Arjun Rai, Board of Director, Sikkim Milk Union
Smt. Ranjana Rasaily, Zilla Panchayat Member
Smt. Manita Mangar, Former MLA, Namcheybong Constituency,
Shri Kenny Gurung, Social Worker,
Dr. Tshering Dolma Bhutia, Joint Director, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department,
Dr. Prena Baraily, Deputy Director, Veterinary Department,
Assistant Registrars of Cooperative Societies (ARCS) and Cooperative Inspectors,
Shri Ramesh Chettri, Branch Manager, SISCO Bank,
Officials and field functionaries of Sikkim Milk Union
Programme Highlights
The training sessions focused on:
Clean milk production and hygienic milking practices
Balanced cattle nutrition and use of BIS Type I cattle feed
Scientific dairy farming practices, including artificial insemination
Animal health care, vaccination (FMD, PPR, CSF), and deworming
Cattle insurance and risk mitigation
Cooperative governance, transparency, and record maintenance
Access to credit and financial schemes, including Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans
Technical sessions were conducted by experts from the Milk Union and Veterinary Department, emphasizing practical field-level applications.
Tareythang (Taza) MPCS – Key Achievements (16th March 2026)
The Tareythang (Taza) Milk Producers’ Cooperative Society was highlighted for its commendable performance and cooperative strength. With only 30 active members, the society has generated an impressive annual remuneration of approximately ₹26.95 lakh, including milk incentive, during the last year.
This achievement reflects the efficiency, commitment, and collective effort of its members, making it a promising model for sustainable dairy development at the grassroots level.
Kadamtam Women’s MPCS – Special Highlights (17th March 2026).
At Kadamtam, the dignitaries inaugurated the Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) of Kadamtam Women’s MPCS, strengthening milk procurecold chain infrastructure.
The Kadamtam Women’s MPCS, with 43 members, was recognised as a model cooperative, having generated an annual remuneration of approximately ₹58 lakh, including the ₹8 per litre milk incentive. 6 stands as an excellent example of women-led cooperative success and rural economic empowerment.
Address by Chairman, Sikkim Milk Union
Shri Y.K. Sharma highlighted the farmer-centric initiatives of the State Government, including the ₹8 per litre milk incentive, under which approximately ₹71 crore has been disbursed to dairy farmers.
He emphasized recognition initiatives such as “Gwala Diwas”, “Gwala Ratna Puraskar”, and annual awards of ₹10 lakh, ₹7 lakh, and ₹5 lakh to best-performing cooperative societies.
He assured farmers of continuous milk procurement without any “milk holiday” and informed them about the ₹25,000 compensation policy for cattle loss due to natural calamities. He encouraged youth to adopt dairy farming as a sustainable livelihood.
Address by Managing Director, Sikkim Milk Union
Dr. T.B. Ghatani highlighted the achievements of the Union, with an annual turnover of approximately ₹150 crore, benefiting thousands of dairy farmers.
He emphasized that farmers are the true stakeholders of the cooperative system and stressed the importance of quality milk production, scientific feeding practices, and cooperative participation.
He also highlighted ongoing initiatives such as fodder development, silage and hay making, and doorstep feed supply, aimed at addressing feed and fodder challenges in Sikkim.
Additional Highlights
Distribution of tokens for chaff cutters and dairy equipment
Felicitation of progressive dairy farmers (Brihaspati Niraula, Gazandra Rizal, Sinam Dadul Bhutia, Tarananda Dangal)
Awareness of animal diseases, vaccination, and livestock health management
Promotion of cattle insurance and scientific dairy practices
Interactive sessions addressing farmers’ grievances and field-level challenges
Conclusion
The Sikkim Milk Union continues to play a pivotal role in empowering dairy farmers through training, infrastructure development, and farmer-centric policies. The successful conduct of these programs reaffirms its commitment to enhancing milk quality, strengthening cooperative institutions, and ensuring sustainable rural livelihoods across the state.
