Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category
A scheme had been launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh with the aim to provides a 50% subsidy on a balanced ration for pregnant cows or buffalo during the last trimester of pregnancy.
About the Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category Scheme
The scheme “Maintenance of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme for BPL families belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) category” had been launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh with the aim to provides a 50% subsidy on a balanced ration for pregnant cows or buffalo during the last trimester of pregnancy. Under this scheme, balanced ration @ 3kg/day/cow or buffalo for maximum of two animals for three months during the last trimester of pregnancy at 50% subsidy of BPL families belonging to the Scheduled Caste category may be provided.
Objectives:
- Increase in milk production thereby providing more economic gains to the farmers.
- To reduce the inter-calving period which will ultimately result in more calves and higher milk production.
- To improve the health of pregnant cows & buffaloes so that their full milk production potential can be realized after parturition.
- To ensure the birth of healthy calves free of diseases and malnutrition so that they grow to become higher-producing animals.
- As the incentive is being given to Desi/Indigenous cows and buffaloes, the farmers can be motivated to rear such animals.
Assumptions:
- A balanced ration will be provided @ 3kg/day/cow for three months (last trimester of pregnancy).
- The cost will be shared by the Government and beneficiary on a 50:50 basis.
- The cost of feed will depend upon the tender/approved rates.
Benefits
- Ration: 3 kg of balanced ration per day for a maximum of two animals for three months. 1. Milk production: Milk production increases by 2 liters per day after feeding the ration. 1. Income: If the farmer sells the milk at 30 rupees per liter during the 300-day lactation period, their income may increase by approximately 18,000 rupees per year.
Eligibility Criteria
- The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
- Livestock owners belonging to BPL of Scheduled Caste category families rearing Desi/Indigenous/crossbred cows or buffaloes are eligible under the scheme.
- The subsidy will be provided to each BPL of Scheduled Caste category families for a maximum of up to two Desi/Indigenous cows/their crosses or buffaloes.
How to Apply for Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category
Application mode: Online
- Visit the official website of the department of the Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh, which implements the specific scheme. 1. The applicant may read the complete guidelines of the scheme for "Maintenance of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme for BPL families belonging to Scheduled Caste category" and if found eligible, may scroll down and click on the checkbox "I agree with the terms & Conditions" and click "Proceed" button. 1. Once Proceed, online application form open. 1. Fill the application form, upload the documents such as proof of BPL status, land documents, and bank account details and click Submit.
- Submit the application form and documents to the concerned department or authority.
- Check the status & Follow up with the concerned department to track the status of the application.
Note:
- It is important for farmers to keep a copy of the application form and documents submitted for future reference. Additionally, farmers should ensure that they comply with the guidelines and regulations of the scheme to ensure that they are eligible for the benefits of the scheme.
- During the application form, the applicant can enter maximum 2 in the section "No. of Animal" and shall be required to enter the "Kind of Animal" and "Ear Tag Number" of each cow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category scheme?
The scheme “Maintenance of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme for BPL families belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) category” had been launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh with the aim to provides a 50% subsidy on a balanced…
Who is eligible for Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category?
The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh. Livestock owners belonging to BPL of Scheduled Caste category families rearing Desi/Indigenous/crossbred cows or buffaloes are eligible under the scheme. The subsidy will be provided to each BPL of Scheduled Caste category families…
What benefits does Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category provide?
Ration: 3 kg of balanced ration per day for a maximum of two animals for three months. 1. Milk production: Milk production increases by 2 liters per day after feeding the ration. 1. Income: If the farmer sells the milk at 30 rupees per liter during the 300-day lactation period, their income may inc…
How can I apply for Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste (SC) Category?
Visit the official website of the department of the Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh, which implements the specific scheme. 1. The applicant may read the complete guidelines of the scheme for "Maintenance of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme for BPL familie…
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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