National Livestock Mission: Entrepreneurship Development Scheme - Uttarakhand Livestock Development Board

Description
The scheme “Entrepreneurship Development Scheme”, a sub-component of the National Livestock Mission, is implemented by the Uttarakhand Livestock Development Board ULDB under the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote employment generation through entrepreneurship development in the small ruminants, poultry, piggery, and the fodder sectors by providing financial and institutional support to individuals and organized groups under the National Livestock Mission.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, employment generation is promoted through entrepreneurship development in the small ruminants, poultry, piggery, and the fodder sector.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must belong to one of the following eligible categories:
2. - Individual Entrepreneur
3. - Self Help Group (SHG)
4. - Farmer Producer Organization (FPO)
5. - Farmers Cooperative (FCO)
6. - Joint Liability Group (JLG)
7. - Section 8 Company
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Required Documents
• Applicants must submit all necessary documents as per the guidelines specified by the National Livestock Mission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which sectors are covered under this scheme?
A: The scheme covers goatery, sheep, poultry, piggery, and fodder sectors.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Eligible applicants include:

- Individual entrepreneurs
- Self Help Groups (SHGs)
- Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
- Farmers Cooperatives (FCOs)
- Joint Liability Groups (JLGs)
- Section 8 Companies

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Q: How can one apply for the scheme?
A: Applicants must fill the online application form available at [www.nlm.udyamimitra.in](https://nlm.udyamimitra.in/).
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Q: What is the application process?
A: The process involves:

- Screening of applications by the State Implementing Agency (SIA)
- Loan approval by the lender
- Recommendation by the State Level Executive Committee (SLEC)
- Sanction of subsidy by the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department

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Q: What is the role of the State Implementing Agency (SIA)?
A: The SIA screens applications to ensure they meet the scheme’s eligibility and project criteria before forwarding them for loan approval.
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Q: Who approves the loans under this scheme?
A: Loans are approved by designated financial institutions or lenders associated with the scheme.
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Q: Where can I find detailed guidelines?
A: Detailed guidelines are available on the department’s website: [www.dahd.nic.in](https://dahd.gov.in/) or by contacting the State Animal Husbandry Department.
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