The “Special Livestock Insurance Scheme” is an initiative by the Animal Husbandry & Dairying Department, Government of Haryana, aimed at providing free insurance coverage to livestock owned by Scheduled Caste families. This welfare program is designed to enhance the economic security of resource-poor SC families engaged in livestock rearing by offering comprehensive insurance for various livestock species, including milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, and camels. The scheme also supports livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes (SCSP).” All costs related to insurance premiums, publicity, and veterinary support are borne by the State Government, which has allocated a budget of ₹3,00,00,000/-.
Benefits
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Free Insurance Coverage:
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Provides free insurance for livestock owned by Scheduled Caste families.
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Employment Support:
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Covers livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes.”
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Wide Coverage:
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Insurance extends to dairy, piggery, sheep, goat units, milch buffalo, cattle, pack animals, and camels.
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Publicity and Awareness:
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₹5,50,000/- is allocated for extensive publicity to ensure maximum participation.
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Veterinary Support:
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Honorarium is provided to Veterinary Surgeons for issuing health and post-mortem certificates.
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Cost-Free to Beneficiaries:
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All expenses for insurance premiums, publicity, and veterinary services are covered by the State Government.
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Eligibility
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The applicant must be from a Scheduled Caste family.
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The livestock must include milch buffaloes, milch cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, or camels.
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The animals must be owned and reared by the applicant within the State.
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Livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes” are automatically eligible.
Exclusions
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Livestock not owned by Scheduled Caste families.
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Animals without a valid health certificate issued by designated Veterinary Surgeons.
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Losses not covered under the insurance policy terms (e.g., losses due to negligence, willful harm).
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Livestock not registered under the scheme or not insured during the eligibility period.
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Claims submitted without proper documentation or without a valid post-mortem report.
Application Process
Online Registration & Application via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
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Registration:
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Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal: https://saralharyana.gov.in/.
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Click on “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and complete the registration form by providing your Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State. Click “Submit.”
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Verify your mobile number and email via OTP to complete the registration process.
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Application:
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Log in to the portal using your registered email ID, password, and captcha.
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Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
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Search for the “Special Livestock Insurance Scheme” and select it.
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Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID) and click on “Click here to Fetch Family Data.”
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Select the beneficiary/applicant name, then verify via OTP sent to the registered family member. Click “Click to Verify.”
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Fill in all mandatory details and upload all required documents.
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Preview the application form and click “Submit.”
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Tracking:
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You can track your application status on the portal by entering your Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
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Claims (In Case of Loss):
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In the event of livestock loss, file a claim through the portal by submitting all supporting documents, including a valid post-mortem report.
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Documents Required
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Proof of Scheduled Caste status.
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Livestock ownership documents (e.g., purchase receipt or ownership affidavit).
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Health certificate issued by a designated Veterinary Surgeon.
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Identification proof of the applicant.
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Address proof.
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Recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant.
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In case of a claim: Post-mortem report.
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A duly filled and signed application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Special Livestock Insurance Scheme?
It is a welfare initiative providing free insurance coverage for livestock owned by Scheduled Caste families in Haryana, ensuring financial protection against livestock loss. -
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Only Scheduled Caste families engaged in livestock rearing are eligible, including those with livestock units established under the SCSP. -
What costs are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers the insurance premiums, publicity expenses, and veterinary support costs, all funded by the State Government. -
How can I apply for this scheme?
Applications are processed online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal following the registration and application steps outlined above. -
What documents are needed for the application?
Required documents include proof of Scheduled Caste status, livestock ownership documents, a health certificate, identification proof, address proof, a recent photograph, and, if applicable, a post-mortem report for claims. -
What is the role of Veterinary Surgeons in this scheme?
Veterinary Surgeons issue health certificates for livestock and, in case of claims, post-mortem reports to validate losses. -
Are all types of livestock covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers a range of livestock including milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, and camels. -
Is there any cost to the beneficiaries?
No, all related costs such as insurance premiums, publicity, and veterinary support are fully borne by the State Government. -
What happens in case of livestock loss?
In the event of livestock loss, beneficiaries can file a claim with proper documentation, and upon verification, the claim is processed under the scheme’s terms. -
How is the scheme publicized?
The State Government has allocated ₹5,50,000 for publicity to ensure maximum awareness and participation among eligible beneficiaries.