Important Facts of the News
- A financial grant of 25% of the total project cost is available for livestock units in Haryana.
- The grant covers sheep, goat and pig rearing units.
- For sheep or goat units, assistance is for 15 female animals and 1 male animal.
- For pig units, assistance is provided for 10 female pigs and 1 male pig.
- The applicant must be a resident of Haryana.
- Application can be submitted through any Common Service Centre (CSC).
- The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 60 years.
- The beneficiary must be unemployed and not working in any government or private sector.
- The scheme benefits only individual applicants, not groups or organisations.
- Family Identity Card (PPP) and Aadhaar card copies are required for application.
Livestock Farming Encouraged as Supplementary Income
Efforts are underway in Haryana to support farmers in enhancing their income through diversified livelihood options. Along with traditional agriculture, livestock farming is being viewed as a reliable source of additional earnings for rural households. In this direction, the state’s Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department is providing financial support for setting up small-scale livestock units.
25 Percent Financial Assistance for Setting Up Units
The department provides a 25% grant on the total setup cost of sheep, goat and pig farming units. This support aims to help individuals interested in livestock rearing by reducing the initial investment burden. The assistance is designed for individuals rather than registered firms, groups or organizations.
Number of Animals Covered Under the Scheme
Beneficiaries from the general category can receive the grant for units consisting of 15 female and 1 male sheep or goats. Similarly, for pig farming units, support is available for 10 female pigs and 1 male pig. This structured assistance helps individuals start their small livestock enterprises with adequate breeding capacity.
Eligibility Criteria
The scheme is open only to permanent residents of Haryana. Applicants must submit their Family Identity Card (PPP) and Aadhaar card copies. The individual should be between 18 and 60 years of age. Additionally, only unemployed persons who are not working in any government or private organization are eligible. The scheme is strictly for individual beneficiaries.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can submit their application through any Common Service Centre (CSC) in the state. The process is direct and intended to ensure easy access to the scheme for rural applicants.
This initiative aims to promote sustainable income generation and support those willing to take up livestock rearing as an independent livelihood activity.