Launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, this scheme is designed to enhance employment, provide a nutritious diet, and raise the income of Scheduled Tribe communities in Gujarat. Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive a unit of 25 R.I.R. birds along with poultry feed. The scheme offers a 75% subsidy on the unit cost (capped at a maximum of ₹4,500 in the form of birds and poultry feed). Regular vaccination of the birds is mandatory, and beneficiaries must maintain the unit for two years. Final approval is granted by the Director of Animal Husbandry, Gujarat State, Gandhinagar with eligible applications sanctioned by the Regional Joint Director.
Benefits
• 25 R.I.R. Birds Unit: Provided along with poultry feed
• Subsidy: 75% of the unit cost (maximum of ₹4,500) directly credited
• Regular Vaccination: Ensures the health of the birds
• Income Enhancement: Supports employment and nutritional security for Scheduled Tribe communities
Eligibility
• Must be an adult from the Scheduled Tribe community of Gujarat
• Must provide income proof and a caste certificate
• Priority: Given to females and beneficiaries below the poverty line
• Must have completed poultry-keeping training
Application Process
Offline
• Step 01: Visit the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre to collect the application form.
• Step 02: Fill in all mandatory fields on the application form, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed if required), and attach all required self-attested documents.
• Step 03: Submit the completed and signed application form along with the documents to the designated receiving authority.
• Step 04: After successful verification, the application will be sanctioned by the Regional Joint Director and the benefit can be availed.
Documents Required
• Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card or Voter ID Card
• Income Proof Certificate
• Below Poverty Line Card (if applicable)
• Residence Proof
• Caste Certificate
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Savings Account Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: To provide financial assistance for establishing a 25 R.I.R. birds unit to boost employment, nutritional intake, and income for Scheduled Tribe communities in Gujarat.
Q: Which department launched this scheme?
A: It was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat.
Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
A: Only adult beneficiaries from the Scheduled Tribe community in Gujarat who meet the eligibility criteria.
Q: How many members of a family can benefit?
A: Only one member per family is eligible.
Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: Beneficiaries receive a unit of 25 R.I.R. birds along with poultry feed and a subsidy of 75% (up to ₹4,500).
Q: What is the unit cost for the scheme?
A: The subsidy is calculated on the actual unit cost of establishing the 25 R.I.R. birds unit, capped at a maximum subsidy of ₹4,500.
Q: What percentage of subsidy is provided?
A: 75% subsidy is provided to eligible beneficiaries.
Q: Who gets priority under the scheme?
A: Females and beneficiaries below the poverty line are given priority.
Q: Is poultry-keeping training mandatory?
A: Yes, beneficiaries must have completed poultry-keeping training.
Q: Will the birds receive vaccination under the scheme?
A: Yes, regular vaccination of the birds is mandatory.
Q: Will government officials visit the farm?
A: Yes, officials will conduct periodic inspections and require submission of income and expenditure statements.
Q: For how many years must the unit be maintained?
A: The unit must typically be maintained for two years.
Q: How can a beneficiary apply?
A: By obtaining and submitting the application form from the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre.
Q: Who sanctions the applications?
A: Applications are sanctioned by the Regional Joint Director.