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As on 01st October, 2025 Sl. No.Name Of The SocietyDate of EstablishmentAddress 1.Bhimolu Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangam Ltd.22-May-2023Bhimolu, Bhimolu, Gopalapuram, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534341 2.Pochavaram Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.12-Jul-2023Pochavaram, Thallapudi, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534341 3.Annadevarapeta Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.24-Jun-2023Annadevarapeta, Thallapudi, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534341 4.Guddigudem Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.24-Jun-2023Guddigudem, Gopalapuram, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534316 5.Kovvurupadu Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.25-Aug-2023Kovvurupadu, Gopalapuram, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534318 6.Jagannadhapuram Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.25-Aug-2023Jagannadhapuram, Gopalapuram, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534312 7.Vellachinthalagudem Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.,25-Jan-2024Vellachintalagudem, Gopalapuram, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, 534316 8.Dondapudi Mahila Dairy Sahakara Sangham Ltd.25-Jan-2024Dondapudi, Gopalapuram, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh,…

As on 01st October, 2025 Credit and Thrift Cooperative Societies play a significant role in advancing financial inclusion in Andhra Pradesh, particularly among salaried employees, small traders, self-employed individuals and organised community groups. Operating on cooperative principles, these societies mobilise member savings and provide affordable credit, helping reduce dependence on informal lending. Andhra Pradesh has a well-established network of credit and thrift societies functioning alongside Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and cooperative banks. These institutions primarily cater to urban and semi-urban populations, offering savings, loans and welfare-oriented financial services to their members. Please find below a list of Top 10…

The cooperative sector in Andhra Pradesh plays a key role in strengthening rural livelihoods, enhancing financial inclusion, and supporting primary sectors such as agriculture, dairy, fisheries, and handloom. With a strong base of primary cooperatives, district unions and state-level federations, the state has built one of India’s most diverse and active cooperative ecosystems. Institutional Structure Andhra Pradesh hosts an extensive network of cooperative societies across agriculture, dairy, sugar, handloom, fisheries, and marketing. Key Sectors and Contributions Agriculture & Credit Dairy Cooperatives Sugar Cooperatives Fisheries Cooperatives Handloom & Weaver Cooperatives Role in Rural Development Cooperatives act as engines of income generation,…

New Delhi: India’s cooperative ecosystem is a pillar of rural livelihoods, urban financial inclusion and inclusive growth. From dairy and fertilisers to credit societies and banks, a few cooperatives stand out for scale, impact, and member empowerment. Here’s a curated list of India’s top 10 operational cooperatives and cooperative banks in 2025, considering business volume, membership, operational reach and impact. 1. Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. (GCMMF / AMUL) 2. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) 3. Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO) 4. Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF / Milma) 5. Uralungal Labour Contract Co-operative Society Ltd (ULCCS)…

Cooperative banks in India play a pivotal role in financial inclusion, rural credit delivery, and community banking. Unlike commercial banks, these institutions are member-owned, democratically controlled, and focused on local economic growth. Spread across urban and rural arenas, they serve millions of depositors, small businesses, and agricultural communities under regulation by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and registered under the Cooperative Societies Act. Below is a curated list of the Top 10 Cooperative Banks in India in 2025, reflecting business size, historical relevance, geographic footprint, and market reputation. 1. Saraswat Co-operative Bank Ltd. Founded: 1918 Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra…

National Cooperation Policy 2025: A Strategic Roadmap to Revitalize India’s Cooperative Movement New Delhi, India — In a landmark effort to transform and modernise the cooperative sector, the Government of India unveiled the National Cooperation Policy (NCP) 2025 on 24 July 2025, outlining a bold framework to reorient cooperatives as engines of inclusive, sustainable development. The policy aligns with the country’s vision of “Sahkar-se-Samriddhi” (Prosperity Through Cooperation) and supports India’s long-term development goals, including the ambition to become a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. What Is the National Cooperation Policy 2025? The National Cooperation Policy 2025 is a comprehensive,…

From Vision to Action : How Ministry of Cooperation Is Transforming the Cooperative Movement New Delhi, India — Established on 6 July 2021, the Ministry of Cooperation marked a landmark shift in India’s policy architecture by providing a dedicated administrative, legal and policy framework to strengthen the cooperative sector—a foundational pillar of the rural and grassroots economy. Built on the government’s vision of “Sahakar-se-Samriddhi” (Prosperity through Cooperation), the Ministry has, in a relatively short span, taken a series of strategic initiatives aimed at modernising cooperatives, expanding their reach and enabling them to serve as engines of inclusive economic growth. Genesis…

Introduction to Cooperative Sector in India The cooperative sector in India is a cornerstone of rural development, financial inclusion, and grassroots empowerment. Rooted in historical and cultural traditions of collective action and community support, cooperatives have evolved into formal institutions that significantly influence agriculture, credit, dairy, housing, fisheries, handloom and marketing sectors across the country. Built on principles of voluntary membership, democratic governance and mutual benefit, cooperatives have historically acted as instruments of social and economic inclusion, particularly in rural and semi-urban India. According to official data compiled by the Ministry of Cooperation, India has over 8.4 lakh registered cooperative…

Sr. No. Institute Name State District Contact Details 1. National Council for Cooperative Training (NCCT) DELHI SOUTH WEST Secretary National Council for Cooperative Training, 3, Siri Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi-110016 office -: 011-41096510 Email : secy-ncct@gov.in 2. Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management (VAMNICOM) MAHARASHTRA PUNE Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management Ganeshkhind Road,Near Pune University, Pune – 411007, Maharashtra Phone No: 02025701000 Email: info@vamnicom.gov.in Email : director@vamnicom.gov.in Website: https://vamnicom.gov.in/ 3. REGIONAL INSTITUTE OF COOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT BANGALORE KARNATAKA BENGALURU URBAN Regional Institute of Cooperative Management, Bengaluru #67, Padmanabhanagar, Banashankari 2nd stage, Bengaluru- 560070 Phone: 080-26692036, 26690584 Email:…