Special Livestock Insurance Scheme

Description
"Special Livestock Insurance Scheme" by the Animal Husbandry & Dairying Department, Government of Haryana is a continuation of a welfare initiative targeting scheduled caste families engaged in livestock rearing. The scheme is designed to provide free insurance for livestock, enhancing the economic security of resource-poor Scheduled Caste families. It has been allocated a budget of ₹3,00,00,000/- by the State Government and aims to cover various livestock species, including milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, and camels.

Exclusions
• Livestock not owned by Scheduled Caste families.
• Animals without a valid health certificate issued by Veterinary Surgeons.
• Losses not covered under the insurance policy terms (e.g., negligence, willful harm).
• Livestock not registered under the scheme or insured during the eligibility period.
• Claims without proper documentation or post-mortem reports.

Benefits
• Free Insurance Coverage: For livestock owned by Scheduled Caste families, ensuring financial protection in case of animal loss.
• Employment Support: Covers livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes (SCSP).”
• Wide Coverage: Includes dairy, piggery, sheep, goat units, milch buffalo, cattle, pack animals, and camels.
• Publicity and Awareness: ₹5,50,000/- allocated for widespread publicity to ensure maximum participation.
• Veterinary Support: Honorarium to Veterinary Surgeons for health and post-mortem certificates.
• Cost-Free to Beneficiaries: Entire costs related to insurance premiums, publicity, and veterinary support are borne by the State Government.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste family.
2. The livestock of the applicant should include milch buffaloes, milch cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, or camels.
3. The animals must be owned by the applicant.
4. The animals should be reared within the State.
5. _*Livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes” are automatically eligible._

Required Documents
• Proof of Scheduled Caste status.
• Livestock ownership documents (e.g., purchase receipt or ownership affidavit).
• Health certificate issued by a designated Veterinary Surgeon.
• Identification proof of the applicant.
• Address proof.
• Post-mortem report in case of claim filing.
• Application form duly filled and signed.
• Recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Special Livestock Insurance Scheme?
A: It is a State Government initiative providing free livestock insurance to Scheduled Caste families for the year 2018-19.

Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Scheduled Caste families owning livestock such as milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, or camels within the State are eligible.

Q: What costs are covered under the scheme?
A: The entire insurance premium, publicity expenses, and Veterinary Surgeon honorariums are covered by the State Government.

Q: How can I apply for this scheme?
A: Applications can be submitted at the nearest Deputy Director office for Animal Husbandry & Dairying along with the required documents.

Q: What documents are needed for application?
A: Proof of Scheduled Caste status, livestock ownership documents, and health certificates issued by Veterinary Surgeons.

Q: What is the role of Veterinary Surgeons in this scheme?
A: Veterinary Surgeons issue health and post-mortem certificates required for insurance and claim processes.

Q: Are all types of livestock covered under this scheme?
A: Yes, milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, and camels are covered.

Q: Is there any cost to the beneficiaries?
A: No, the scheme is completely free for Scheduled Caste families.

Q: What happens in case of livestock loss?
A: File a claim with necessary documentation, including a post-mortem certificate, to receive insurance benefits.

Q: How is the scheme publicized?
A: [?]25,000 per district is allocated for publicity, ensuring that beneficiaries are well-informed about the scheme.