What you get
- Under the project, each farmer will rear 750 chicks annually in three phases. The Animal Husbandry Department will supply 500 one-day-old chicks from the state sector budget through M-PACS, while the farmer will bear the cost of the remaining 250 chicks. | - The Cooperative Department will provide an interest-free loan for the construction of poultry sheds and for the care & rearing of the chicks.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any resident of Uttarakhand who is a member of a Multi-Purpose Agricultural Cooperative Society (MPACS) and meets the eligibility criteria can apply.
How many chicks are provided under the scheme?
Each farmer will raise 750 chicks annually, divided into three batches (cycles).
Who provides the chicks under this project?
The Animal Husbandry Department will provide 500 day-old chicks from the state sector budget through the concerned MPACS.
Who bears the cost of the remaining chicks?
The beneficiary farmer will bear the cost of the final batch of 250 chicks.
What kind of financial assistance is provided to beneficiaries?
The Cooperative Department provides an interest-free loan to beneficiaries for constructing poultry sheds and for rearing chicks.
Is land ownership necessary to apply for this scheme?
Yes. The applicant must own or have land on lease suitable for poultry farming.
Can a beneficiary with an existing bank loan apply?
No. Applicants should not have any outstanding loans from MPACS or any other bank.