About this agriculture scheme
The "Mukhyamantri Pragatisheel Pashupalak Protsahan Yojana" is an initiative under the "Nand Baba Milk Mission" aimed to encourage the trend of rearing indigenous breed of cows with high quality and productivity in the state & motivate cattle farmers for breed improvement of cows, their better care.
The "Mukhyamantri Pragatisheel Pashupalak Protsahan Yojana" is an initiative under the "Nand Baba Milk Mission" for breed improvement in indigenous cows and an increase in milk productivity. Uttar Pradesh is the leading state in the country in milk production. This scheme will be applicable in all the districts of the state.
Objective:
(i) To encourage the trend of rearing indigenous breed of cows with high quality and productivity in the state.
(ii) To motivate cattle farmers for breed improvement of cows, their better care, quality nutrition and health protection.
(iii) To increase the income of cattle farmers of the state by increasing milk productivity in the state.
(iv) To increase the per capita availability of milk in the state and bring it to the national level.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Pragatishil Pashupalak Protsahan Yojana (MPPPY) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Dairy Development Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Uttar Pradesh |
| Official portal | updairydevelopment.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 🏘️Rural
- 💼Farmer
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Cash awards ranging from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 per cow for high productivity and improved breeds.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- The age of the applicant should be 18 years or above.
- Only individual cattle farmers will be eligible, but groups, firms, or organizations will not eligible.
- Only indigenous breed of cows like Gir, Sahiwal, Haryana, Gangatiri, and Tharparkar species are eligible.
- The cattle farmers of the state can avail the benefit of this incentive amount only once for a maximum of 02 cows.
- The cattle farmers will be eligible to receive an incentive amount only once in the lifetime of the cow.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 01: Eligible applicants can visit the official website and download the application form (Annexure-2).
Step 02: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Chief Development Officer or Chief Veterinary Officer.
Step 04: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Chief Development Officer or Chief Veterinary Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: The application will have to be made within 45 days from the date of calving of the cow.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any resident of Uttar Pradesh who is over 18 years old and rears indigenous breeds of cows like Gir, Sahiwal, Haryana, Gangatiri, or Tharparkar is eligible to apply for the scheme.
How much financial incentive can a cattle rearer receive per cow?
A cattle rearer can receive a financial incentive ranging from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 per cow.
Can organizations or groups apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is only open to individual cattle farmers. Groups, firms, or organizations are not eligible.
Is the incentive available for cows in any lactation period?
The incentive is available only for cows in their first, second, or third lactation period.
What is the application process for this scheme?
Applications can be submitted offline to the Chief Development Officer or Chief Veterinary Officer of the concerned district.
How long do applicants have to submit their application after the cow’s calving?
Applicants must submit their application within 45 days of the cow’s calving.
What is the verification process for determining milk productivity?
The milk productivity of the cow is verified on-site by a committee. The productivity is measured over four milkings (morning and evening) for two consecutive days.
Can an applicant receive the incentive more than once for the same cow?
No, an applicant can receive the incentive only once in the lifetime of the cow.
What is the role of the Nand Baba Milk Mission in this scheme?
The Nand Baba Milk Mission Society is the nodal agency responsible for implementing and monitoring the scheme.
How are the applications verified on-site?
The verification is conducted by a committee comprising the Senior Milk Inspector, Livestock Extension Officer, and other designated officials. They determine the cow’s productivity through on-site inspection.
How long does it take to receive the incentive after application approval?
The incentive is disbursed within a month through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after the application is approved and verified.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines (PDF) updairydevelopment.gov.in
- Application Form (PDF) updairydevelopment.gov.in
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