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Vadh Se Bachaye Govansh Ko Sahayata Yojana

The "Vadh Se Bachaye Govansh Ko Sahayata Yojana" scheme, initiated by the Directorate of Gopalan on 02/07/2015, provides financial assistance for the care and maintenance of cattle rescued from illegal slaughter or smuggling.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Rajasthan

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial assistance of ₹40/day for large cattle and ₹20/day for small cattle. | - Support is provided for a maximum of one (1) year or the custody period, whichever is shorter.

Who can apply

Registered Gaushalas/ Nandi Shalas/ Kanj Houses/ Local bodies/ Panchayati Raj institutions/Other approved institutions which are taking care of cows rescued from cow smuggling/ slaughter.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the objective of the "Vadh se bachaye govansh ko sahayata"?

The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance for the care and maintenance of cattle rescued from illegal slaughter or smuggling.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Registered organizations such as gaushalas, Nandishalas, kanji houses, municipal bodies, or Panchayati Raj institutions that have custody of cattle rescued from smuggling or illegal slaughter are eligible for the scheme.

What type of assistance is provided under the scheme?

The scheme provides financial assistance of [?]40/- per day for large cattle and [?]20/- per day for small cattle to support their fodder and maintenance.

What is the maximum duration for receiving assistance?

Assistance is provided for a maximum duration of one year or the custody period of the cattle, whichever is shorter.

What documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Applicants must provide a copy of the FIR related to the cattle rescue and approval from a competent authority.

Where can the application form for the scheme be obtained?

The application form can be obtained from the office of the District Joint Director, Department of Animal Husbandry.

How is the application processed?

Applications are reviewed and approved by the District-level Gopalan Committee after submission. Upon approval, the financial assistance is disbursed to the organization.

Can individuals apply for this scheme?

No, individuals cannot apply for the scheme. It is exclusively for registered organizations that meet the eligibility criteria.

How is the assistance amount calculated?

The assistance amount is calculated based on the number of rescued cattle and the daily rate specified for large and small cattle.

Is there a specific deadline for submitting applications?

While there is no fixed deadline, applications should be submitted promptly after custody of the rescued cattle is taken.

Whom can applicants contact for more information about the scheme?

Applicants can contact the office of the District Joint Director, Department of Animal Husbandry, for more information and assistance regarding the scheme.