Bakri Palan Yojana

Description
The scheme "Bakri Palan Yojana" was introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote goat rearing as a source of self-employment and livelihood generation for eligible beneficiaries, particularly from SECC categories, by providing financial support for rearing a goat unit.

Benefits
• Self-employment in goat rearing is facilitated by providing beneficiaries with a goat unit comprising 10 female goats and 1 male goat for a period of 10 to 14 months.
• The total cost of the unit is ₹70,000/-, of which 90% (₹63,000/-) is funded by the State Government, and the remaining 10% (₹7,000/-) is contributed by the beneficiary.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant must belong to the General, Scheduled Caste, or Scheduled Tribe category.
3. The applicant must be included in the SECC (Socio-Economic and Caste Census) category.
4. The applicant should have an interest in goat rearing.
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Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank Account details
• Caste Certificate
• Other supporting documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main benefit provided under the scheme?
A: Beneficiaries are supported with one goat-rearing unit consisting of 10 female and 1 male goat, aged between 10 to 14 months.

Q: Is this scheme meant to promote self-employment?
A: Yes, the scheme helps beneficiaries generate self-employment through goat rearing.

Q: Is there any contribution from the beneficiary under the scheme?
A: Yes, the beneficiary has to contribute ₹7,000, which is 10% of the total cost.

Q: Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
A: General category individuals, Scheduled Castes (SC), and Scheduled Tribes (ST) listed in the SECC (Socio-Economic and Caste Census) are eligible.

Q: What is the first step to apply for this scheme?
A: The interested person must present their proposal during an open meeting of the Gram Sabha.

Q: What happens after the proposal is passed in the Gram Sabha?
A: Once approved, the beneficiary submits it to officials like the Veterinary Officer, Animal Husbandry Officer, or Village Panchayat Development Officer.

Q: Can I submit the proposal to the Gram Panchayat Secretary?
A: Yes, the Gram Panchayat Secretary is one of the officials authorized to receive the proposal.

Q: Can I buy the goats myself using the DBT amount?
A: Yes, the DBT amount is given for purchasing goats.

Q: How long does the whole process take after Gram Sabha approval?
A: Benefits are typically disbursed within 1 to 2 months post-selection.