Compensation for Loss of Life and Property Caused by Wild Animals in and around Forest Areas: Assistance for Loss of Cattle Due to Wild Animal Attacks

About This Scheme

The scheme “Assistance for Loss of Cattle Due to Wild Animal Attacks” is a sub-component of the umbrella scheme “Compensation for Loss of Life and Property Caused by Wild Animals in and Around Forest Areas”, which is implemented by the Department of Forest, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who suffer losses due to attacks by wild animals in forest areas and their surroundings.

Eligibility

1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand. 1. The compensation is applicable only for the loss of domestic animals caused by any of the following wild animals: - Tiger - Leopard - Snow Leopard - All three species of Bear - Hyena - Wild Boar - Crocodile/Gharial - Snake

Benefits

At present, the following compensation amounts are provided in case of animal loss due to attacks by wild animals: Type of Animal LossTotal Payable AmountShare of State Disaster Response FundShare of Human Wildlife Conflict Relief Distribution FundMilch Animals- Buffalo / Cow / Camel / Yak / Mithun etc. (Per Animal)₹30,000/-₹30,000/----Agricultural and Transport Animals – Camel, Horse (per Animal)₹40,000/-₹25,000/-₹15,000/-Mule (per Animal)₹40,000/-₹16,000/-₹24,000/-Bull (per Animal)₹25,000/-₹25,000/----Heifer/Donkey/Pony (per Animal)₹16,000/-₹16,000/----Sheep/Goat/Pig (per Animal)₹3,000/-₹3,000/----

How to Apply

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