Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

The National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025 include a cash reward of ₹5 lakh each for the top performers in the Best Dairy Farmer and Best Dairy Cooperative/FPO/MPC categories. These awards aim to honour those who significantly contribute to India’s livestock and dairy ecosystem through excellence in dairy farming and cooperative management. By recognizing top dairy farmers and cooperatives, the initiative encourages improved breeding practices, scientific cattle management, and innovation in milk production. The awards also reinforce the importance of these stakeholders in strengthening India’s position as the world’s largest milk producer while promoting sustainable and efficient dairy development nationwide.