Subsidy Scheme On Establishment Of 25 R.I.R. Birds’ Unit For Scheduled Caste

Description
The scheme “Subsidy Scheme on Establishment of 25 R.I.R. Birds’ unit for Scheduled Caste” was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat to provide employment, nutritious diet and to raise the income of Schedule Caste People of the society. Under this scheme, beneficiaries will be given 25 R.I.R birds unit and a subsidy will be given 75% maximum ₹4500/- in the form of birds and poultry feed . Terms and conditions of the scheme:- - Eligible applications will be sanctioned by Regional Joint Director. - The beneficiary will have to manage to keep the birds safe during night hours. - The birds will be given vaccination regularly. - As and when birds get infected, they should be given treatment immediately. - As and when the Government officer visits the farm the beneficiary will have to show income and expenditure statement. - In normal cases, the unit will have to maintain for two years. - In all terms and conditions, the final authority will be the Director of Animal Husbandry, Gujarat State, Gandhinagar.

Benefits
• The beneficiary will be given 25 R.I.R birds unit along with poultry feed.
• The subsidy will be given 75% (maximum ₹4500/- in the form of birds and poultry feed).
• The birds will be given vaccination regularly.

Eligibility Criteria
1. <br>
2. The benefits of this scheme will only be given to the adult of the Scheduled Cast category of Gujarat State.
3. Under the scheme, one member of a family can be benefited.
4. The beneficiary will have to provide income proof and a caste certificate.
5. Females and beneficiaries Below Poverty Line will be given priority.
6. The beneficiary should have taken poultry-keeping training.

Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card
• Income Certificate
• Below Poverty Line Card (If applicable)
• Residence proof
• Caste Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to provide employment, a nutritious diet and to raise the income of Schedule Caste People in society.

Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
A: The benefits of this scheme will only be given to the adult of scheduled cast people of the society of Gujarat State.

Q: How many members of a family can get the benefits of this scheme?
A: Only one member of a family can be benefited from this scheme.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: The beneficiary will be given 25 R.I.R birds unit.

Q: What is the unit cost of the scheme?
A: The unit cost of the scheme is [?]6000/-.

Q: What will the percentage of subsidy be given to the beneficiary?
A: The subsidy will be given 75% (maximum [?]4500/- in the form of birds and poultry feed).

Q: Who will get priority under the scheme?
A: Females and beneficiaries below poverty line will be given priority.

Q: Is poultry-keeping training mandatory for a beneficiary?
A: Yes, the beneficiary should have taken poultry-keeping training.

Q: Who will sanction the applications?
A: Eligible applications will be sanctioned by Regional Joint Director.

Q: Shall the vaccination be given to the birds under the scheme?
A: Yes, the birds will be given vaccination regularly.

Q: Will the government official visit the farm for inquiry purposes?
A: Yes, as and when the Government officer visits the farm the beneficiary will have to show income and expenditure statement.

Q: For how many years the farm/unit will have to maintain by the beneficiary?
A: In normal cases, the unit will have to maintain for two years.

Q: How can I apply under the scheme?
A: The applicant needs to visit the nearest Intensive Poultry Development Project Office or District Poultry Extension Centre and collect the application form.