Maps of India
City Map of Anand - Gujarat
The milk rich area of Anand is located around 35 kilometers from Vadodara and spanning over an area of 2,000 sq. miles. Anand hosts Asia's largest milk cooperative -- the Amul dairy.
Established around 1940 A.D., the highly successful business venture is the most unique and thriving co-operative in the Kheda district. The Anand milk co-operative or Amul, is rumored to produce more than a million tons of milk every day. And 70% of the milk produced here is sent to various neighboring cities and nearby states.
The healthy produce also includes milk-made products like baby food, chocolates, cheese, butter and other milk-based drinks. An addition to the success of this venture is that it has transformed the lives of the poor villagers living in this par of the country. |