Amul Creates History: Becomes India’s First FMCG Company to Cross ₹1 Trillion Turnover

India’s leading dairy company, Amul, has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing the ₹1 trillion mark in turnover. With this achievement, Amul has become India’s first Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company to reach this landmark. During the financial year, the company recorded a growth of approximately 11 percent. Strong performance in both domestic and international markets has played a significant role in driving this success. Amul has expanded the presence of its dairy products in regions such as Europe and the United States, thereby strengthening its foothold in global markets.

The Crucial Contribution of Smaller Cities

Amul CEO Jayen Mehta stated that a key factor behind this achievement was the significant contribution of an aggressive distribution strategy within India—particularly in smaller cities with populations exceeding 5,000. He expressed confidence that the company would continue to maintain double-digit growth in the times to come. The company is currently placing a greater focus on protein-rich, probiotic, and organic products. Additionally, there has been a surge in demand for value-added dairy products such as buttermilk and cheese.

Setting Sights on New Markets

Amul currently operates in over 50 countries. Meanwhile, the company is planning to enter new markets in Africa and Southeast Asia, with preparations underway to launch operations in approximately 10 new countries within the next year.

GCMMF’s Performance

Amul’s marketing arm, the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), recorded a revenue of ₹73,450 crore in the financial year ’26—an increase of 11.4% compared to the previous year. The discrepancy between the total turnover figure and GCMMF’s specific figures is attributed to the cooperative framework; under this structure, various regional dairies sell products under the Amul brand, yet their entire contribution is not fully reflected within GCMMF’s consolidated financial data. The foundation of Amul’s success lies in its portfolio of over 1,200 products, an extensive distribution network, and the ability to adapt to evolving consumer demands. The company’s cooperative model comprises 18 district unions, which play a pivotal role in maintaining its dominance in the market.

Built on Farmers’ Trust: A Triumph of the Cooperative Model

Ashokbhai Chaudhary attributed this achievement to the trust reposed by millions of consumers and the contributions of over 3.6 million dairy farmers. Meanwhile, Gordhanbhai Dhameliya hailed it as a testament to the inherent strength of the cooperative model. Jayen Mehta stated that the company aspires to be more than just a large enterprise; it aims to demonstrate that farmer-owned companies, too, can achieve remarkable success on the global stage. Furthermore, the company is actively striving to ensure that the benefits derived from new technologies and business operations flow directly to the farmers, thereby maximizing their returns.