Scheme for Management and Purchase of Bulls Provided for Breeding of State Gir/ Kankarej Breed

Description
The “Scheme for Management and Purchase of Bulls Provided for Breeding of State Gir/ Kankarej Breed” launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to support pure breeding of Gir and Kankrej cows by providing financial assistance for purchasing and maintaining high-quality bulls. The goal is to enhance calf quality and gradually increase milk production in rural areas by promoting native breed development.

Benefits
• In Case the bull is provided by the Board: ₹1,18,000/- in the first year.
• In Case the bull is purchased by the organization: ₹1,43,000/- in the first year.
• Maintenance support: ₹64,800/- for the second and third year.

Eligibility Criteria
1. A Gram Panchayat or a Gaushala registered must be registered under the Charity Act.
2. The Gram Panchayat or a Gaushala must have a minimum of 100 breedable cows.
3. **Note:** If there is not sufficient number of breeding cows in a single village, then the breeding cows of the neighboring villages should be covered and a guarantee should be given.

Required Documents
• Proof of registration under the Charity Act (for Gaushalas).
• Estimation document.
• Village map or area plan.
• Any other documents as required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Scheme for Management and Purchase of Bulls Provided for Breeding of State Gir/ Kankarej Breed"?
A: The objective of the scheme is to promote the breeding of Gir and Kankrej cows by providing high-quality bulls, thereby improving the quality of calves and gradually increasing milk production in Gujarat.
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Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Only Gram Panchayats and registered Gaushalas under the Charity Act with a minimum of 100 breedable cows are eligible to apply.
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Q: Can an individual farmer apply for the scheme?
A: No, individual farmers are not eligible. The scheme is specifically meant for Gram Panchayats and registered Gaushalas.
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Q: What is the minimum requirement for breedable cows to qualify for the scheme?
A: The applying organization must have at least 100 breedable cows to qualify for assistance under the scheme.
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Q: Can neighboring villages combine their cow count to meet the eligibility?
A: Yes, if a single village does not have enough breedable cows, neighboring villages can combine their numbers, provided a written guarantee is submitted.
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Q: What kind of financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides ₹1,18,000/- in the first year if the bull is supplied by the Board, or ₹1,43,000/- if the bull is purchased by the organization. Additionally, ₹64,800/- is provided for management in the second and third years.
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Q: For how many years is the assistance provided?
A: The assistance under this scheme is provided for a maximum period of three years.
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Q: How can an eligible organization apply for the scheme?
A: Applications must be submitted online through the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/)portal, followed by submission of printed applications with signatures and required documents to the board.
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Q: Is there a deadline for submitting the hard copy of the application?
A: Yes, the printed and signed application form along with all required documents must be submitted to the board within 30 days of the online application.
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Q: Can the bull be purchased if it is not available from the Board?
A: Yes, if the bull is not available from the Board, the organization may purchase it and will receive financial assistance accordingly.
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Q: Who approves the application at the district level?
A: The Nodal Officer of the Gujarat Gauseva and Gauchar Vikas Board (GGVB) at the district level verifies and stamps the application.