Establishment of 50 Milch Animals Dairy Unit

Description
The "Intensive Castration Scheme" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to livestock owners for setting up dairy farms with 50 milch animals, offering subsidies on loan interest, shed construction, animal insurance, and essential equipment.

Benefits
• Interest Subsidy: 7.5% interest subsidy for up to 5 years on bank loans for purchasing 50 dairy animals.
• Shed Construction: 50% subsidy on actual expenditure, up to ₹5,00,000/-.
• Animal Insurance: 75% subsidy for a three-year premium, up to ₹1,80,000/-.
• Equipment Assistance:
• 75% subsidy on an electric chaff cutter (up to ₹30,000/-).
• 75% subsidy on a fogger system (up to ₹22,500/-).
• 75% subsidy on a milking machine (up to ₹56,250/-).

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a livestock Farmer.
2. - The applicant must purchase 50 dairy animals (cows/buffaloes).
3. - The applicant must establish a new dairy farm.
4. - The applicant must have ownership rights or inheritance rights or leasehold rights of the land.
5. - The applicant must take a loan from a Reserve Bank-recognized institution/bank.
6. > **Note:** If the beneficiary does not own land, the dairy farm can be established on leased land for a minimum of 7 (seven) years.

Required Documents
• Copy of residence proof (barcoded ration card/ Electricity bill/bank passbook with address).
• Copy of government-issued photo identification (Aadhar card/Voter ID/Driving License/Kisan Credit Card).
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST category only).
• Copy of bank passbook or cancelled cheque.
• Copy of loan Sanctioned letter.
• Land-related documents: Land ownership proof, 7/12 extract, 8A extract, or lease agreement for land.
• Applicant's self-declaration form.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Establishment of 50 Milch Animals Dairy Unit" scheme?
A: The "Establishment of 50 Milch Animals Dairy Unit" scheme has been implemented to encourage the breeding and rearing of Gir and Kankrej cows while creating self-employment opportunities in rural areas.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Any livestock owner who plans to establish a new dairy farm with 50 Gir or Kankrej cows is eligible to apply for the scheme.

Q: What financial assistance does the scheme provide?
A: The scheme provides a 7.5% interest subsidy for up to 5 years, financial support for shed construction, animal insurance, and subsidies for essential dairy equipment like electric chaff cutters, fogger systems, and milking machines.
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Q: Can an applicant who already owns a dairy farm apply for this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is intended for setting up new dairy farms and does not provide assistance for renovating or expanding existing dairy farms.
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Q: Is it mandatory for applicants to purchase 50 dairy animals?
A: Yes, purchasing 50 Gir or Kankrej cows is a mandatory requirement to qualify for the benefits of the scheme.
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Q: What is the maximum financial assistance available for shed construction?
A: The scheme provides a subsidy of up to 50% of the actual expenditure, with a maximum limit of ₹5.00 lakh for shed construction.
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Q: How much subsidy is provided for animal insurance under this scheme?
A: A 75% subsidy on the premium for three years is provided, up to a maximum amount of ₹1,80,000.
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Q: From where the applicant need to get the loan approval?
A: Applicants must obtain a loan from a Reserve Bank-recognized institution or bank to qualify for the scheme’s financial assistance.
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Q: Can an applicant receive a subsidy only for purchasing equipment under this scheme?
A: No, the scheme mandates that applicants must avail of benefits for livestock purchase, dairy farm establishment, and insurance. Equipment subsidies are also provided.
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Q: What is the process for applying for the scheme?
A: The applicant must first secure a loan for purchasing 50 dairy animals and then apply online through the [I-khedut](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/) portal by submitting the required documents.
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