Patna. Dairy business can be a good option for people who are thinking of starting their own employment by living in a village in Bihar. Bihar government is running Samagra Gavya Vikas Yojana and Desi Cow Paalan Protsahan Yojana to promote milk production and animal husbandry. Under these schemes, eligible applicants can get training facility along with subsidy to set up a dairy unit.
Opportunity to set up a dairy unit for 2 to 20 animals
Under the Samagra Gavya Vikas Yojana, for setting up a unit of 2 to 4 milch animals, there is a provision of 75 percent grant to eligible applicants from extremely backward class, scheduled caste and scheduled tribe, while 50 percent grant to the general category. At the same time, for larger units of 15 to 20 animals, all categories can get assistance up to 40 percent. Depending on the size and eligibility of the project, the grant amount may exceed Rs 8 lakh.
Help will also be available on rearing indigenous cows
Under the Desi Cow Breeding Promotion Scheme, rearing of indigenous breeds like Gir, Sahiwal and Tharparkar is encouraged. In this, there is a provision of 75 percent subsidy for eligible reserved categories and 50 percent subsidy for other categories for a unit of 2 to 4 desi cows. Even for larger units, assistance can be availed as per the prescribed conditions. If needed, training facilities are also provided by the department.
Who can apply?
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar and his age should be between 18 to 55 years. According to the number of animals, it is necessary to have the land earmarked for growing green fodder either as your own or on lease. Documents like Aadhar card, residence certificate, bank passbook, land related documents and caste certificate for reserved category applicants can be asked for the application.
Where to apply?
Interested people can get information about the scheme and apply online on the official website of Directorate of Cow Development, Government of Bihar, dairy.bihar.gov.in. After the application, the concerned department can verify the documents and land or cattle shed.