Maitri Prashikshan Karyakram - Uttarakhand Livestock Development Board

Description
The scheme “Maitri Prashikshan Karyakram” is implemented by the Uttarakhand Livestock Development Board ULDB under the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to enhance livestock productivity and improve artificial insemination services across the state through the training and capacity building of local youth.

Benefits
• In Hilly Districts: ₹100/- per artificial insemination, with a minimum target of 25 to 30 inseminations.
• In Plain Districts: ₹100/- per artificial insemination, with a minimum target of 50 to 60 inseminations.

Eligibility Criteria
1. It is mandatory for registered Artificial Insemination workers to record all AI-related data on the Bharat Pashudhan App.
2. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
3. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
4. The applicant must possess a minimum educational qualification of High School.
5. The applicant must obtain a recommendation in the prescribed format from both the Local Veterinary Officer and the Chief Veterinary Officer.
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Required Documents
• Documents are required as per the guidelines of the Uttarakhand Livestock Development Board for availing the benefits under the scheme.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this training program?
A: Any permanent resident of Uttarakhand who fulfills the eligibility criteria can apply for the Maitri training program.
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Q: What is the minimum age required to apply for the training?
A: The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
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Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A: The applicant must have passed High School (10th standard) from a recognized board.
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Q: Is there any recommendation required to apply?
A: Yes. The applicant must obtain a recommendation in the prescribed format from the Local Veterinary Officer and the Chief Veterinary Officer.
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Q: Where can applicants get the prescribed application format?
A: The prescribed application format can be downloaded from the ‘Training’ subhead under the ‘Services’ section of the ULDB website - [https://www.uldb.org](https://www.uldb.org/).
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Q: Who approves the application for training?
A: The application, after being recommended by the Local and Chief Veterinary Officers, is approved by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the ULDB.
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Q: What is the incentive provided to trained Artificial Insemination workers?
A: Trained Artificial Insemination workers (Maitris) are provided ₹100/- per artificial insemination performed.
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