Mukhyamantri Madhu Vikas Yojana (Beekeeping Development Scheme)

Why it matters

Take up beekeeping as a side income with subsidised bee colonies, hives, and free training from the Horticulture Department.

What you get

This scheme promotes beekeeping (apiculture) among farmers and rural unemployed youth in Himachal Pradesh as a self-employment and pollination-support activity. It funds the establishment of nucleus apiaries for honeybee breeding, provides bee colonies and hives at subsidised rates, and offers hands-on training to prospective beekeepers. The scheme also improves pollination services for the state's fruit orchards. Approximately 1,500 farmers are currently engaged in beekeeping under related Horticulture Department programmes, collectively maintaining around 83,000 bee colonies.

Eligibility criteria

• Resident of Himachal Pradesh, farmer or unemployed rural youth
• Willingness to undergo beekeeping training
• Availability of suitable land/orchard area for apiary placement

How to apply

1. 1

   Apply at the District Horticulture Office

2. 2

   Attend the mandatory beekeeping training programme

3. 3

   Receive subsidised bee colonies and hive equipment upon completion

Documents required

• Aadhaar card
• Residence proof
• Bank passbook for subsidy disbursal