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Intensive Castration Scheme

The Intensive Castration Scheme, initiated by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department of Gujarat, aims to manage the stray animal population by providing financial assistance of ₹500 per male calf for castration. This initiative not only helps in controlling the number of stray animals but also reduces the risks of accidents caused by them in both rural and urban settings.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Animal husbandry

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Animal Husbandry, Cow, Low Genetic Animal

Details

The "Intensive Castration Scheme" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to support livestock owners and animal-rearing organizations in castrating male calves through the closed method (Burdizo Castrator) or open method (Surgical Method). Eligible beneficiaries receive a subsidy for male calf for the castration procedure. The program is implemented by District Veterinary Polyclinics.

Benefits

  • - Financial Assistance: An amount of ₹500/- subsidy per animal (male calf) for castration by close method (Burdizo Castrator)/open method (Surgical Method)
  • Financial Assistance: An amount of ₹500/- subsidy per animal (male calf) for castration by close method (Burdizo Castrator)/open method (Surgical Method).

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be an individual livestock owner or an animal-rearing organization (Gaushala/Panjarapol/others).
  • The male calf must be castrated through the close or open method.

Application Process

Online

Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Animal Husbandry Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application and submit Related Documents through to concern Taluka office.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx

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Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the objective of the "Intensive Castration Scheme"?
The "Intensive Castration Scheme" supports livestock owners and animal-rearing organizations in castrating male calves through the close method (Burdizo Castrator) or open method (Surgical Method).
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any individual livestock owner or registered animal-rearing organization, such as Gaushalas or Panjarapols, is eligible to apply for the scheme. <br> <br>
What financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides a subsidy of ₹500/- per male calf for castration. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt;
What are the approved methods of castration under this scheme?
The scheme allows castration through the Burdizo Castrator (close method) and the Surgical Method (open method).
Can an applicant avail of the scheme benefits if the male calf has already been castrated?
No, only male calves that require castration are eligible for the scheme benefits. <br> <br>
Where should applicants submit their applications for the scheme?
All applications must be submitted online through the [I-Khedut](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/) Portal. <br> <br>
What documents must be submitted along with the application?
Applicants must submit a barcoded ration card or Institute’s registration number, a government-issued photo ID, and a bank passbook or a canceled cheque.
Where can applicants seek further assistance or clarification regarding the scheme?
Applicants can contact their local District Veterinary Polyclinic or visit the [I-Khedut](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx) Portal for more details.

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