Shri Shamalbhai Patel Appointed as Board Member of National Cooperative Exports Limited

Shri Shamalbhai Patel, Chairman of GCMMF (Amul), has been unanimously appointed as a board member of the newly formed National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL). NCEL aims to support and promote exports from cooperative societies in India.

Appointment of Shri Shamalbhai Patel as a Board Member of National Cooperative Exports Limited: A Step towards Promoting Cooperative Sector

In a significant development, Shri Shamalbhai Patel, Chairman of GCMMF (Amul), has been appointed as a board member of the newly formed National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL). This appointment not only showcases the expertise and leadership of Shri Patel but also signifies the importance of the cooperative sector in driving exports and contributing to the country’s economy.

The establishment of NCEL, under the Multi State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) Act, 2002, reflects the government’s commitment to promote and support small cooperative societies in their export endeavors. By acting as an umbrella organization, NCEL aims to facilitate and streamline various export-related activities for cooperative institutions across different levels.

Through this initiative, NCEL will enable cooperative societies, including PACS, district, state, and national federations, as well as multi-state cooperative societies and Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs), to become members and benefit from its services. This inclusive approach demonstrates the government’s vision to empower and uplift the entire cooperative ecosystem.

The formation of NCEL is expected to unlock the immense potential of cooperative sector exports by tapping into global markets. By providing support in terms of aggregation, branding, marketing, and facilitating exports, NCEL will enhance the visibility and profitability of cooperative products. This, in turn, will directly benefit the farmers associated with these cooperatives, as they will receive better prices and greater access to international markets.

Shri Shamalbhai Patel’s appointment as a board member at a national level institute like NCEL is a matter of immense pride for the farmers of Gujarat and especially those in Sabarkantha district. It is a testament to his exceptional leadership skills and extensive experience in the cooperative sector. Under his guidance, the cooperative societies within Gujarat have flourished, not only in terms of production but also in ensuring sustainable livelihoods for farmers.

This positive development reflects the government’s emphasis on promoting cooperative values and harnessing their collective strength to contribute to the nation’s growth. By investing in the cooperative sector and providing them with dedicated platforms like NCEL, the government is encouraging the participation of small-scale producers in the global marketplace.

Overall, the appointment of Shri Shamalbhai Patel and the establishment of NCEL signify a progressive step towards empowering the cooperative sector and promoting agricultural exports. With a positive outlook towards cooperative enterprises, India can unleash its full export potential, enhance farmers’ incomes, and strengthen its position in the global market.

Appointment of Shri Shamalbhai Patel, Chairman, GCMMF (Amul) as Board Member of newly formed National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL)

The first Annual General Board meeting of National Cooperative Exports Limited was conducted at GCMMF Zonal Office in Janakpuri, New Delhi. GCMMF (AMUL) has sent nomination of Shri Shamalbhai Patel, which was supported by Shri Bijendra Singh, Chairman, National Agriculture Cooperative Marketing Federation Limited (NAFED) and Shri Rakesh Kapur, Joint Managing Director, Indian Farmers’ Fertilizer Co-operative Ltd (IFFCO). Shri Shamalbhai Patel was appointed unanimously as board member of newly formed national level multi state cooperative. Shri Shamalbhai Patel is the chairman of Sabarkantha District Milk Producers Union Limited and is also serving as a Chairman of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (AMUL).

Earlier, during January 2023, The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a historic decision of setting up and promoting a national level cooperative society to support exports of small co-operative societies under the Multi State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) Act, 2002.

The new national level multi state cooperative is set up to provide thrust to export from cooperative sector by acting as umbrella organisation for managing various activities related to exports.

Shri Shamalbhai informed that any cooperative institution from Primary to National level cooperative societies including PACS, District, State and National level federation, multi state cooperative societies and Farmers Producer Organisations (FPOs) can become members of National Co-operatives Exports Ltd (NCEL).

NCEL will manage various activities related to export of any products produced by any co-operatives / FPO etc. It will help in unlocking demand and consumption potential of export of various products in in global markets. This society will also help cooperatives and ultimately their farmer members in getting benefits of high price of their products through aggregation, branding and marketing on large scale by facilitating exports of the same and will also help country in earning valuable foreign exchange.

The appointment of Shri Shamalbhai Patel as a Board member at such National Level Institute is a matter of pride for farmers of Gujarat and Sabarkantha in particular.