Mukhyamantri Pragatishil Pashupalak Protsahan Yojana: Up to ₹15,000 for Cow ProductivityScheme StatusScheme Status

Under the Nand Baba Milk Mission, the Mukhyamantri Pragatisheel Pashupalak Protsahan Yojana is designed to promote breed improvement in indigenous cows and boost milk productivity across Uttar Pradesh—the leading milk-producing state in the country. The scheme aims to encourage the rearing of high-quality indigenous cows and to motivate cattle farmers to adopt better care, quality nutrition, and improved health practices. By increasing milk productivity, the scheme seeks to enhance the income of cattle farmers and raise per capita milk availability to meet national standards. The scheme is applicable in all districts of Uttar Pradesh.

Benefits

Cash Awards:
  – Eligible cattle farmers receive cash awards ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹15,000 per cow for high productivity and improved breeds.

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
• The applicant’s age must be 18 years or above.
• Only individual cattle farmers are eligible (groups, firms, or organizations are not eligible).
• The scheme applies only to indigenous cow breeds such as Gir, Sahiwal, Haryana, Gangatiri, and Tharparkar.
• The incentive is available only once per farmer for a maximum of 2 cows and is granted only once during the lifetime of each cow.
• The application must be submitted within 45 days from the date of calving.

Application Process

Offline
Step 1: Visit the official website and download the application form (Annexure-2).
Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and attach self-attested copies of the required documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Chief Development Officer or Chief Veterinary Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the officer, ensuring it includes the date, time, and a unique identification number.

Documents Required

Passport-size Photo
Aadhaar Card
Certificate and Identification Number (via microchips/ear tagging system for cow identification)
Copy of Operational Insurance of the cow
Bank Passbook/Canceled Cheque
Full Photograph of the applicant with the cow
Notarized Affidavit stating that the cow will not be slaughtered during its lifetime and that the incentive has not been received previously for the same cow

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: The scheme is open to individual cattle farmers who are residents of Uttar Pradesh, aged 18 or above, and rearing indigenous breeds of cows.

Q: How much financial incentive can a cattle rearer receive per cow?
A: Cash awards range from ₹10,000 to ₹15,000 per cow based on productivity and breed improvement.

Q: Can organizations or groups apply for this scheme?
A: No, only individual cattle farmers are eligible; groups, firms, or organizations are not eligible.

Q: Is the incentive available for cows in any lactation period?
A: The incentive is linked to the calving event and must be applied for within 45 days of calving.

Q: What is the application process for this scheme?
A: Applicants must download the application form from the official website, complete it with required details and documents, and submit it to the Chief Development or Veterinary Officer.

Q: How long do applicants have to submit their application after the cow’s calving?
A: Applications must be submitted within 45 days from the date of calving.

Q: What is the verification process for determining milk productivity?
A: Verification includes checking the cow’s identification via microchips/ear tagging, operational insurance, and assessing productivity through field inspections by designated officers.

Q: Can an applicant receive the incentive more than once for the same cow?
A: No, each cow is eligible for the incentive only once in its lifetime.

Q: What is the role of the Nand Baba Milk Mission in this scheme?
A: The Nand Baba Milk Mission serves as the overarching framework promoting breed improvement and milk productivity in the state.

Q: How are the applications verified on-site?
A: Verification is carried out by the Chief Development or Chief Veterinary Officer, who checks the documents, physical identification of the cow, and productivity metrics.

Q: How long does it take to receive the incentive after application approval?
A: Once approved, the incentive is disbursed as per the state’s administrative processes; typically, beneficiaries receive the payment within a few months following approval.

Sources and References

Guidelines
Official Website
Application Form

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