Milky Mist to Invest in New Dairy Unit in Maharashtra
Milky Mist Foods Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s fast-growing branded dairy companies, has announced plans to invest in a new dairy processing unit in Maharashtra, underscoring its aggressive expansion into key markets and deepening its value-added product portfolio in western India. The investment — part of Milky Mist’s multi-state growth strategy — is expected to enhance processing capacity, improve supply chain efficiency and boost the company’s ability to serve rising consumer demand for quality dairy products across the region.
The new facility — whose capex and commissioning timeline are being finalised — will produce a range of value-added dairy formats including curd, paneer, flavoured milk, lassi and probiotic drinks, with a focus on products tailored to local preferences in Maharashtra and neighbouring states. Industry analysts note that expanding into Maharashtra, a key dairy consumption and distribution hub, strengthens Milky Mist’s position in western and central India markets, complementing its existing units in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and other south Indian states.
Under the MoU, Milky Mist will establish a 10 lakh litre per day (LLPD) milk processing plant, expandable up to 25 LLPD, with a diverse product portfolio including paneer, yoghurt, curd, mozzarella cheese, ice cream, butter and ghee. The project will be developed on a land parcel measuring 194,866 square metres (approximately 48.15 acres), with the land allotted by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC).
The strategic move is backed by rising regional demand for premium and health-oriented dairy products, which has been bolstered by shifts in consumer eating patterns favoring nutrient-rich, convenient formats. Milky Mist’s brand — known for quality and innovation across product categories — aims to leverage modern processing technology and robust distribution networks to capture market share while providing a stable procurement outlet for local farmers.
Source : Dairynews7x7 Jan 24th 2026 Business Standard