Desi Gau Palan Protsahan Yojana (Indigenous Cattle Rearing Promotion Scheme)

Why it matters

Helps farmers buy indigenous cow breeds with subsidy support, encouraging desi-cattle-based dairy farming and steady milk income.

What you get

Desi Gau Palan Protsahan Yojana encourages farmers in Bihar to take up dairy farming based on indigenous (desi) cattle breeds, which are well-adapted to local conditions and valued for the quality of their milk. The scheme provides subsidy support toward the purchase of indigenous milch cows and basic dairy-unit setup, helping farming households build a dependable milk-based income stream while supporting conservation of indigenous cattle breeds.

Eligibility criteria

• Farmer or farming household in Bihar interested in indigenous-breed dairy farming
• Basic space/infrastructure for housing milch cattle
• Registration with the Directorate of Dairy Development or district dairy office

How to apply

1. 1

   Register at the district Dairy Development office

2. 2

   Get your proposed unit assessed for eligibility

3. 3

   Receive subsidy support toward purchase of indigenous milch cattle after approval

Documents required

• Aadhaar card
• Residence/land proof
• Bank account details