Gau Palan Yojana
The scheme aims to promote cow rearing among eligible Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries, enhancing their livelihood and income generation by providing financial support for cow rearing units.
About the Gau Palan Yojana Scheme
The scheme "Gau Palan Yojana" was introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote cow rearing among eligible Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries, enhancing their livelihood and income generation by providing financial support for cow rearing units.
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Benefits
Under this scheme, a milch cow up to the fourth stage of pregnancy is provided. Of the total cost of ₹40,000/-, 90% (₹36,000/-) is borne by the state government, while 10% (₹4,000/-) is to be contributed by the beneficiary.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must belong to the General, Scheduled Caste, or Scheduled Tribe category.
- The applicant must be included in the SECC (Socio-Economic and Caste Census) category.
- The applicant should have an interest in cow rearing.
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How to Apply for Gau Palan Yojana
Application mode: Offline
- Interested beneficiaries must submit their proposal in an open meeting of the Gram Sabha. Once the proposal is approved, the beneficiary shall submit it to the Veterinary Officer, Livestock Extension Officer, or Gram Panchayat Development Officer of the respective area, or the Gram Panchayat may submit it on behalf of the beneficiary.
- Based on the recommendation of the village-level selection committee, the final selection is made by the development block-level committee and forwarded to the Animal Husbandry Department. After selection, the beneficiary will receive funds for purchasing the cow through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) within one to two months.
- Applicants must submit Aadhaar card, bank account details, and caste certificate along with their proposal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gau Palan Yojana scheme?
The scheme &quot;Gau Palan Yojana&quot; was introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote cow rearing among eligible Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries, enhancing their livelihood and income generat…
Who is eligible for Gau Palan Yojana?
The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand. The applicant must belong to the General, Scheduled Caste, or Scheduled Tribe category. The applicant must be included in the SECC (Socio-Economic and Caste Census) category. The applicant should have an interest in cow rearing. <br
What benefits does Gau Palan Yojana provide?
Under this scheme, a milch cow up to the fourth stage of pregnancy is provided. Of the total cost of ₹40,000/-, 90% (₹36,000/-) is borne by the state government, while 10% (₹4,000/-) is to be contributed by the beneficiary. <br
How can I apply for Gau Palan Yojana?
Interested beneficiaries must submit their proposal in an open meeting of the Gram Sabha. Once the proposal is approved, the beneficiary shall submit it to the Veterinary Officer, Livestock Extension Officer, or Gram Panchayat Development Officer of the respective area, or the Gram Panchayat may su…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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