Guest Columns

In a short span since its inception, the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) has emerged as a transformative force in India’s agricultural export landscape. Anchored in the cooperative spirit and driven by the vision of “Sahakar se Samriddhi,” NCEL is enabling farmers, producer organisations, and cooperative institutions to access international markets, enhance incomes, and contribute meaningfully to India’s rural-led economic growth.

Unati is a success story in cooperatives. Jyoti Saroop, Founder & Director, Unati Cooperative, in a candid conversation with Sanjay Verma, Editor, Coop Talks, shares his experiences and valuable insights based on his long journey. He says that for youth seeking a career, cooperatives offer a unique opportunity to blend entrepreneurship, innovation, and social purpose.

The year 2025 marks a new phase in India’s economic and tax reforms, with the Government introducing significant changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework. While the reforms are expected to streamline compliance, boost transparency, and expand the tax base, their implications for the cooperative sector remain a subject of deep discussion. Cooperatives, being unique member-driven institutions that straddle both social and business objectives, are positioned at a critical juncture. The question that arises is—to what extent will the new GST reforms impact cooperatives?