Aavin Raises Prices of 63 Dairy Products Ahead of Diwali in Tamil Nadu

The price revision comes just ahead of Diwali, when demand for dairy products and sweets typically increases, potentially adding to household expenses during the festive season.

The revised prices cover a wide range of products, from everyday dairy essentials to items commonly purchased for festive preparations and gifting.

Ghee and Butter Among Products to Get Costlier

Ghee has seen notable increases under the revised price structure. A 100-gram pack will now cost Rs 95, up from Rs 85, while the price of a 500-ml pack has increased from Rs 365 to Rs 400.

The price of a 100-gram pack of butter has also been raised by Rs 10, from Rs 60 to Rs 70.

Several traditional sweets have become more expensive as well. A 100-gram pack of rasgulla will now cost Rs 50, compared with Rs 45 earlier. The price of a 500-gram pack of gulab jamun has risen from Rs 100 to Rs 115. Mysore pak is among the other sweets included in the revision.

These increases come at a time when many households purchase larger quantities of ghee, butter and sweets for Diwali celebrations.

Milkshakes, Lassi and Curd Prices Revised

Consumers buying Aavin’s dairy beverages will also face higher prices.

The cost of a 200-ml pack of lassi has increased from Rs 20 to Rs 23. Ten varieties of milkshakes, previously priced at Rs 30 each, will now cost Rs 35.

Buttermilk prices have also been revised across different packaging formats. A 200-ml pack will cost Rs 10, up from Rs 8, while the PET bottle variant has increased from Rs 12 to Rs 14.

Curd prices have been raised across multiple product categories. A 500-gram pack will now cost Rs 40, compared with Rs 35 earlier. The price of a one-kilogram curd product has increased from Rs 120 to Rs 130.

The price of a 50-gram premium cup product has also risen from Rs 5 to Rs 7.

Rising Production Costs Cited as Reason

Aavin, which operates under Tamil Nadu’s Dairy Development Department, markets milk and more than 100 dairy and related products. Its portfolio includes palkova, ghee, butter, health mixes, milk biscuits, chocolates, kulfi and various ice cream varieties.

The cooperative has cited higher input prices and manufacturing expenses as the reasons for the latest revision.

With the new rates taking effect immediately before Diwali, consumers purchasing several dairy products and sweets may see higher expenditure during the festive period. The impact is likely to be particularly noticeable for households buying ghee, butter and traditional sweets in larger quantities for celebrations and food preparation.