Compensation in Animal Death
The "Compensation in Animal Death" scheme introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, provides financial assistance to animal breeders who suffer livestock losses due to natural disasters, diseases, or poisoning.
What you get
Details of AnimalCompensation Per AnimalCompensation Limit For One FamilyLarge Dairy animals (Cow/Buffalo/Camel)₹37,500/-maximum for 3 animalsSmall Dairy animals (Sheep/Goat)₹4,000/-maximum for 30 animalsLarge Non-milch Animals (Horse, Camel, Bullock)₹32,000/-maximum for 3 animalsSmall non-milch animals (Calf, Buffalo calf, Heifer, Donkey) ₹20,000/-maximum for 3 animalsPoultry-Ducks (Adult)₹100/-maximum for 100 birds (within a limit of ₹10,000/-)
Who can apply
- The applicant must be a registered livestock owner or breeder.
- The animal’s death must be due to natural disasters such as floods, droughts, earthquakes, or cyclones; diseases like anthrax and bird flu; poisoning, including food poisoning, snake bites, and chemical poisoning.
Who cannot apply
How to apply
Offline
- Contact the nearest Veterinary Dispensaries and attach the documents as per the instruction of the Veterinary Officer.
Documents to carry
- Aadhaar Card or other identity proof of the applicant.
- Bank account details for DBT.
- Any other documents as specified by the Veterinary Officer.
Details
The "Compensation in Animal Death" scheme introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, supports livestock owners whose animals die due to natural disasters such as floods, droughts, earthquakes, or cyclones; diseases like anthrax and bird flu, poisoning, including food poisoning, snake bites, and chemical poisoning. The compensation is provided through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to eligible beneficiaries.