Bengaluru, March 27 -- The Karnataka government has approved a Rs 4 per litre increase in milk prices, effective from April 1, following prolonged deliberations with stakeholders, including the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) and farmers' organisations. Animal Husbandry Minister K Venkatesh made the announcement on Thursday, highlighting the state's decision to address persistent demands from dairy farmers and the Department of Animal Husbandry. The price revision is expected to directly benefit milk producers, a key condition set by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah before approving the hike. "The increase was necessary to ensure fair compensation for dairy farmers, who have been struggling with rising production costs," Venkatesh stated. "After...