On 4th July, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah inaugurated the foundation stone laying ceremony of Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School in Mehsana, Gujarat. The unique aspect of this project is that it will be the first Sainik School in India to be operated by a cooperative organization, the Dudhsagar Research and Development Association. The event took place through a video conferencing platform, marking an important milestone in the establishment of this groundbreaking educational institution.
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During the inauguration of the Motibhai Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School, the Union Home Minister emphasized its significance as a platform for children to join the Army, not just from North Gujarat but from across the country. He highlighted that students who graduate from this school and pursue a career in the military will dedicate their lives to patriotism and national defense. Moreover, those who choose a civilian path will still imbibe a sense of patriotism and become responsible citizens.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has called for the establishment of 100 Sainik Schools in the country under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. In line with this vision, the inauguration of the 20th Sainik School signifies progress toward achieving this goal.
About the Dudhsagar Dairy
Dudhsagar Dairy is a dairy cooperative society located in Mehsana, Gujarat. It was founded in 1962 by Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary, who was a milk supplier and a social worker. The dairy is named after the Dudhsagar Falls, which are located nearby.
- Dudhsagar Dairy is one of the largest dairy cooperatives in India. It has a membership of over 1.5 million milk producers and it processes over 2 million liters of milk every day.
- Dairy produces a variety of dairy products, including milk, yogurt, butter, cheese, and ice cream.
- Dudhsagar Dairy is a socially responsible organization.
- It has a number of initiatives to help milk producers, such as providing them with training and financial assistance.
- The dairy also has a number of environmental initiatives, such as reducing its water consumption and using renewable energy.
Awards and Recognition
- National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) Award for Excellence (2006)
- Gujarat government’s Dairy Development Award (2010)
- CII-ITC Business Excellence Award (2012)
- World’s Best Dairy Cooperative (2015) by the World Dairy Organization
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