Himachal Pradesh
Maintenance Of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme For BPL Families Belonging To Scheduled Caste Category
Main benefit
Families belonging to BPL of Scheduled Caste category rearing Desi/Indigenous cows or buffaloes will be provided a balanced ration @ 3kg/day/cow or buffalo for a maximum of two animals for three…
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Conditions at a glance
- Category: SC
- For: Female
- Has a BPL / Antyodaya card
- Pregnant or breastfeeding mother
About
The scheme "Maintenance of Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme for BPL families belonging to Scheduled Caste category” was launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh. Under this scheme, cattle feed to the pregnant cows and buffaloes of BPL families belonging to the Scheduled Caste category will be provided on a 50% subsidy for the last trimester (three months) of pregnancy.
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 Govt. and beneficiary on a 50:50 basis.
The cost of feed will depend upon the tender/approved rates.
Benefits
- Families belonging to BPL of Scheduled Caste category rearing Desi/Indigenous cows or buffaloes will be provided a balanced ration @ 3kg/day/cow or buffalo for a maximum of two animals for three months during the last trimester of pregnancy at 50% subsidy.
- After feeding a balanced ration during the last trimester of pregnancy, milk production increase by 2 liter/day.
- With assumption that during lactation of 300 days, the farmer will market this milk at @ 30/liter, his income will increase by Rs.18000/year (Approx.).
Who can apply
- 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.
Documents needed
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How to apply
Online
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Visit the official website of the concerned department of the Government of Himachal Pradesh. (https://hpahdbt.hp.gov.in/Home/Index)
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Look for the scheme for Pregnant Desi/Indigenous Cow/Buffalo Ration Scheme for BPL Families Belonging To SC Category.
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Read the guidelines and eligibility criteria of the scheme carefully. Further, agree with the terms & conditions and click on 'Apply Now'.
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Fill out the application form for the scheme, which is available online at (https://hpahdbt.hp.gov.in/Home/Maintenance CowBuffalo RationScheme UnderScsp)
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Attach all the necessary documents as required for the scheme, such as proof of BPL status, land documents, and bank account details.
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For submitting the application form, click on 'Submit'.
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Check the status & follow up with the concerned department to track the status of the application. Note 01: Farmers need to keep a copy of the application form and documents submitted for future reference. Note 02: 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.
Common questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to (1) Increase milk production thereby providing more economic gains to the farmers. (2) Reduce the inter-calving period which will ultimately result in more calves and higher milk production (3) Improve the health of pregnant cows & buffaloes so that their full milk production potential can be realized after parturition. (4) Ensure the birth of healthy calves free of diseases and malnutrition so that they grow to become higher-producing animals (5) Motivate the farmers to rear such animals.
Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh Who is eligible under this scheme?
Livestock owners belonging to BPL of Scheduled Caste category families rearing Desi/ Indigenous/ crossbred cows or buffaloes are eligible to apply under the scheme.
At what rate will the balanced ration be provided to the eligible beneficiary?
Families belonging to BPL of Scheduled Caste category rearing Desi/Indigenous cows or buffaloes will be provided a balanced ration @ 3kg/day/cow or buffalo.
For how many animals will the balanced ration be provided?
The balanced ration will be provided for a maximum of up to two Desi/Indigenous cows/their crosses or buffaloes.
For how many months will the balanced ration be provided for the animals?
The balanced ration will be provided for three months during the last trimester of pregnancy.
How much will subsidy be provided to each eligible beneficiary under the scheme?
The balanced ration will be provided at a 50% subsidy to the eligible beneficiary.
What is the ratio of cost shared by the Government and beneficiary under this scheme?
The cost will be shared by the Govt. and beneficiary on a 50:50 basis.
On which factor the cost feed will depend?
The cost of feed will depend upon the tender/approved rates.
What is the outcome of this scheme?
After feeding a balanced ration during the last trimester of pregnancy, milk production increased by 2 liters/day.
How can I apply under the scheme?
The beneficiary may apply online mode. (https://hpahdbt.hp.gov.in/Home/Maintenance CowBuffalo RationScheme UnderScsp)
Official links
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