To realize this ambitious vision, India must transcend its current reliance on basic skim milk powder (SMP) exports. The critical next step involves a significant investment in research and development to create specialized, value-added dairy products. This includes expanding into offerings such as Low Heat SMP, High Heat SMP, UHT milk, flavored milk, fresh cream, ice cream mixes, and anhydrous milk fat (AMF). India’s substantial buffalo milk production offers a unique competitive advantage, particularly for white dairy products like mozzarella and various white cheese spreads, enhancing its dairy processing capabilities.

The path to global dairy market leadership hinges on a steadfast commitment to what the article terms the “Three C’s”: Consistency in Quality, Consistency in Supply, and Consistency in Price Competitiveness. These pillars are fundamental for building trust and securing long-term contracts in the highly competitive international arena. For dairy manufacturers and exporters, maintaining these standards will be paramount for sustained success.

Furthermore, a crucial element of India’s export strategy involves aggressively expanding its market reach. Key target importers include Russia, China, the vast African continent, and Mexico, representing significant growth opportunities for Indian dairy products. The article also proposes an innovative solution: establishing an “Indian Dairy Products Auction Platform” specifically designed to facilitate and streamline global dairy exports, potentially optimizing dairy trade mechanisms.