The Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill, 2025, passed by the LokSabha on March 26, is set to transform India’s cooperative sector, providing structured education and leadership training. IFFCO, the world’s No.1 cooperative, has welcomed the move, highlighting its potential to boost rural economies, entrepreneurship, and global market integration.
Union Minister of Cooperation and Home Affairs Amit Shah stated that the university will foster a new generation of cooperative leaders, equipped with modern business strategies and innovation-driven skills. Dr. Udai Shanker Awasthi, Managing Director, IFFCO, called the bill a historic step in strengthening the cooperative ecosystem, while IFFCO Chairman Dileep Sanghani emphasized its role in expanding Indian cooperatives to global markets.
With over 8 lakh professionals expected to be trained annually, the university will streamline cooperative education and research. International Cooperative Alliance Director General Jeroen Douglas praised the initiative, calling it a milestone in advancing the global cooperative movement and strengthening India’s cooperative leadership.
