This pioneering scheme in Chhattisgarh aims to boost the income of cattle herders by having the government purchase cow dung at Rs.2/- per kg. The collected dung is used to produce organic vermicompost manure under MNREGA guidelines. The scheme promotes the use of organic fertilizers by selling the manure at nominal rates, while also ensuring the construction of Gauthan facilities in every panchayat for housing, food, and medical care of stray animals. Additionally, women-led self-help groups pack the compost, generating new employment opportunities.
Benefits
• The government purchases cow dung at Rs.2/- per kg to increase herders’ income
• Prohibits open grazing to promote controlled cattle rearing
• Generates new employment opportunities and supports cow protection
• Promotes the use of organic fertilizers over chemical ones
• Enhances local employment through self-help group initiatives
• Improves land fertility by making organic fertilizers easily available
Eligibility
• Applicant must be a resident of Chhattisgarh
• Age of the cattle owner should be above 18 years
• Mandatory for the cow dung collector to have an Aadhaar card
• Must possess an active bank account and valid identity card
• Must have a registered mobile number
• Registration of the number of animals is mandatory
Application Process
Online
Registration Process:
• Body-level registration of every cattle rearer is conducted
• The application form must be submitted in the prescribed format
• Application counters are set up at: SLRM Centre, Compost Shed, Ward Office, and Gothan
• Mandatory details in the application include: Name of the herder, Number of animals, and Amount of dung excreted
• The ward in charge verifies the information before final registration
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Copy of Bank Passbook
• Identity Card
• Permanent Residence Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Godhan Nyay Yojana?
A: It is a scheme to increase the income of cattle herders by purchasing cow dung and converting it into organic fertilizer.
Q: What are the benefits under this scheme?
A: Benefits include enhanced income for herders, prohibition of open grazing, new employment opportunities, and promotion of organic fertilizers.
Q: Who can avail the benefits of the scheme?
A: Cattle rearers who are residents of Chhattisgarh and meet the eligibility criteria.
Q: What is the minimum age of eligibility?
A: The cattle owner must be above 18 years.
Q: What will be the mode to get the benefits?
A: Benefits are availed through an online registration process at designated counters.
Q: Is it mandatory for the cow dung collector to register the number of his animals?
A: Yes, registration of the number of animals is mandatory.
Q: How to get the application form?
A: The form is available in the prescribed format from designated counters and online registration portals.
Q: Where can the application form be submitted?
A: Forms can be submitted at SLRM Centres, Compost Sheds, Ward Offices, or Gothan.
Q: What documents need to be submitted?
A: Aadhaar Card, Bank Passbook copy, Identity Card, and Permanent Residence Certificate.
Q: Can people from other states also apply for this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is exclusively for residents of Chhattisgarh.