Special Livestock Insurance Scheme
About This Scheme
"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.
Eligibility
1. The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste family. 1. The livestock of the applicant should include milch buffaloes, milch cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, or camels. 1. The animals must be owned by the applicant. 1. The animals should be reared within the State. _*Livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes” are automatically eligible._
Benefits
1. Free Insurance Coverage: For livestock owned by Scheduled Caste families, ensuring financial protection in case of animal loss.1. Employment Support: Covers livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes (SCSP).”1. Wide Coverage: Includes dairy, piggery, sheep, goat units, milch buffalo, cattle, pack animals, and camels.1. Publicity and Awareness: ₹5,50,000/- allocated for widespread publicity to ensure maximum participation.1. Veterinary Support: Honorarium to Veterinary Surgeons for health and post-mortem certificates.1. Cost-Free to Beneficiaries: Entire costs related to insurance premiums, publicity, and veterinary support are borne by the State Government.
How to Apply
Where This Comes From
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