This scheme is designed to promote the conservation and development of indigenous cattle and the Murrah buffalo breed in Haryana. The long-term objectives are to conserve valuable indigenous germplasm and enhance milk production and overall productivity. Over a medium-term horizon (5 years), the scheme aims to identify top-quality indigenous cows and Murrah buffaloes, improve their genetics through artificial insemination with high-quality semen, and encourage farmers to rear high-yielding animals of genetic merit.
Scheme Description
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Murrah Buffaloes:
Buffaloes meeting a benchmark of 18 kg daily peak milk yield are identified with ear tags, along with their progeny. Incentives are provided to the owners based on the lactation yield:-
18–22 kg: ₹15,000
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22–25 kg: ₹20,000
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Above 25 kg: ₹30,000
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Indigenous Cows:
Different breeds are incentivized based on peak yield:-
Hariana Cows:
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8 to 10 kg: ₹10,000
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10 to 12 kg: ₹15,000
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Above 12 kg: ₹20,000
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Sahiwal Cows:
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10 to 12 kg: ₹10,000
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12 to 15 kg: ₹15,000
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Above 15 kg: ₹20,000
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Belahi Cows:
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5 to 8 kg: ₹5,000
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8 to 10 kg: ₹10,000
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Above 10 kg: ₹15,000
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Beneficiaries must not sell the recorded animal or its male progeny for at least one year. Additionally, the animals are required to be bred through artificial insemination by the government. Identified animals are also insured, with partial premium support provided if an operational Livestock Insurance Scheme exists.
Eligibility
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Applicant:
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Must be a resident of Haryana.
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Age should be between 18 and 55 years.
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Animal Eligibility:
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A cow or buffalo must be between 05 to 75 days from calving at the time of application.
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Only true indigenous cows (Hariana, Sahiwal, or Belahi) and Murrah buffaloes are eligible.
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A maximum of two milch animals (any combination of cows and buffaloes) per applicant are eligible for incentive disbursement.
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Frequency:
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An incentive can be provided for a particular animal only twice during its lifetime.
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Scheme Nature:
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The scheme is individual beneficiary–oriented; groups or organizations are not eligible.
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Location:
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If an applicant resides apart from the location where animals are kept, the jurisdiction will be that of the animal’s location within Haryana.
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Application Process
Mode: Online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal (https://saralharyana.gov.in/)
Registration:
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Visit the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal and click “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’.
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Fill in mandatory details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State) and submit.
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Verify your mobile number and email via OTP to complete registration.
Application Submission:
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Log in to the portal with your registered credentials.
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Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
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Search for the scheme and click to open the application form.
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Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID) and click “Fetch Family Data” to display registered family members.
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Select the beneficiary/applicant’s name and verify with an OTP.
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Complete all mandatory fields and upload the required documents.
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Preview the form and click “Submit.”
Tracking:
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Applications can be tracked through the portal by entering the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
Post-Application Procedures:
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The submitted application is reviewed by the Sub-Divisional Officer (Animal Husbandry), who checks for completeness and conducts a verification.
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Within three working days, a Veterinary Surgeon verifies the breed (using the provided annexures).
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Following verification, the Deputy Director sets the schedule for milk recording, and the applicant is informed of the date and venue.
Note: The scheme operates under the Right to Service Act with a 30-day time limit for processing.
Documents Required
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Privaar Pahchan Patra (PPP ID)
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Copy of Aadhaar Card
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Copy of PAN Card
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Copy of Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque
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Animal Tag Number
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Any additional documents as required by the scheme
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the objective of the scheme?
To conserve indigenous cattle and improve the productivity of Murrah buffaloes through genetic improvement and financial incentives. -
Who implements the scheme?
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of Haryana. -
What are the long-term and medium-term objectives?
Long-term: Conservation and up-gradation of indigenous germplasm and increased milk production.
Medium-term (5 years): Identification and genetic improvement through high-quality artificial insemination. -
How are the animals identified?
Eligible animals are tagged and recorded based on milk yield benchmarks. -
What incentives are provided?
Cash incentives ranging from ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 for Murrah buffaloes and varying amounts for indigenous cows (from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000), depending on the animal’s peak yield. -
What are the obligations of the beneficiaries?
The beneficiary must not sell the recorded animal or its male progeny for at least one year, and must adhere to the government’s artificial insemination protocol. -
How many animals can an applicant register?
A maximum of two milch animals (any combination) per applicant. -
How many times can an incentive be provided per animal?
An incentive may be provided only twice for a particular animal during its lifetime. -
Can organizations apply?
No, the scheme is only for individual beneficiaries. -
How do I apply online?
By registering and submitting the application through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. -
What if the applicant resides in a different area than where the animals are kept?
The jurisdiction will be determined based on the location of the animals, provided they are within Haryana.