Construction of Dudhghar/ Godown (Scheduled Caste Area)

Description
The scheme "Construction of Dudhghar/ Godown Scheduled Caste Area " introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial support to Village Milk Producer Co-operative Societies in Scheduled Caste areas that lack their own milk storage or cattle feed storage infrastructure. It also promotes installation of bulk milk coolers and similar equipment.

Benefits
• **Name of the Component****Standard of assistance****Remarks****Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits**Dudhghar/ GodownUnit price (₹10,00,000/-)or actual expenditure occurs for construction, out of that 50% of whichever is less.Maximum ₹5,00,000/-Once in lifetime

Eligibility Criteria
1. The Society must not already own a Dudhghar or Godown.
2. The Society must have its own land available for the construction of the Dudhghar or Godown.
3. The Society must not have availed of the benefit earlier under this or any other scheme for a similar purpose.

Required Documents
• Copy of Bank Passbook or cancelled cheque.
• Proof of own land for construction of Dudhghar/Godown.
• Certificate of not availing benefit earlier in same scheme/other scheme with similar purpose by Managing Director of Dairy Union.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Construction of Dudhghar/ Godown (Scheduled Caste Area)" scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to support Village Milk Producer Co-operative Societies of Scheduled Caste area in constructing Dudhghars and Godowns to ensure hygienic milk production and proper storage of cattle feed.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: Only Village Milk Producer Co-operative Societies located in Scheduled Caste areas of Gujarat are eligible to apply for the scheme.

Q: What financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A: The scheme provides financial assistance up to ₹5,00,000/- or 50% of the unit cost, whichever is less, for the construction of Dudhghar or Godown.
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Q: Is the benefit under the scheme provided more than once?
A: No, the benefit under this scheme is provided only once in a lifetime to each eligible society.

Q: Can an individual dairy farmer apply for this scheme?
A: No, individual dairy farmers are not eligible. Only registered Village Milk Producer Co-operative Societies can apply.

Q: Is it mandatory for the society to own land for construction?
A: Yes, it is mandatory for the society to have its own land for the construction of the Dudhghar or Godown.

Q: How can a society apply for the scheme?
A: The society can apply online through the [iKhedut](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/) portal.

Q: Is document submission required after online application?
A: Yes, the society must upload the required documents online or submit them in hard copy to the concerned office within 7 days of the online application.

Q: What documents are required for application?
A: The required documents include a copy of the bank passbook or cancelled cheque, proof of land ownership, and a certificate from the Managing Director of the Dairy Union confirming that the benefit has not been availed earlier.

Q: What happens if the society has already received benefits under a similar scheme?
A: If the society has already availed benefits under this or a similar scheme, it will not be eligible for assistance again.

Q: Is there a time limit for submitting documents after application?
A: Yes, all required documents must be submitted within 7 days of completing the online application.

Q: Can the society install bulk milk coolers using this assistance?
A: Yes, the financial assistance can be used for installing bulk milk coolers and similar equipment to support milk storage and hygiene.