
GCMMF Unanimously Appoints Ashokbhai B. Chaudhary to Lead Dairy Giant.
The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), the formidable organization behind the iconic Amul brand, has unanimously elected Ashokbhai B. Chaudhary as its new chairman. This pivotal leadership appointment, made during an election meeting on Tuesday, saw full participation and consensus from all 18 member unions of the GCMMF. Chaudhary’s elevation marks a significant moment for one of India’s largest dairy cooperatives, signaling continuity and collective vision in the nation’s agribusiness sector.
Ashokbhai B. Chaudhary brings established leadership experience to his new role, currently serving as the Chairman of the Mehsana Milk Union. His unanimous selection reflects strong support from across the diverse cooperative network that constitutes GCMMF, a testament to his standing within the Indian dairy community. This appointment is crucial for the strategic direction and stability of an entity that plays a vital role in the livelihoods of millions of dairy farmers across Gujarat and beyond.
In a complementary leadership development, Gordhanbhai P. Dhameliya, who chairs the Rajkot Milk Union, was also unanimously elected as the vice chairman of the Federation. The dual appointments of these seasoned dairy leaders underscore GCMMF’s commitment to strong, cooperative governance. Their combined expertise will be instrumental in navigating the complexities of the dairy market and driving future growth for the Amul brand.
GCMMF’s financial performance highlights the scale and success of the cooperative model. In the fiscal year 2025, the Amul Federation recorded an impressive turnover of Rs 65,911 crore. This figure represents a robust 11.2 percent growth, showcasing the cooperative’s continued expansion and its strong market presence in the highly competitive Indian dairy industry. Such financial strength provides a solid foundation for its new leadership team.
For the international dairy community and dairy economics analysts, the seamless and unanimous leadership transition at GCMMF is a strong indicator of organizational stability and strategic alignment. As the operator of the globally recognized Amul brand, the Federation’s leadership directly impacts market trends, dairy product innovation, and farmer welfare within one of the world’s largest milk-producing nations. This change at the top will be closely watched for its implications on future policies and market strategies.
Source: Business Standard: Amul operator GCMMF unanimously elects Ashokbhai B. Chaudhary as chairman
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