Sarkari Yojana
Compensation in Animal Death
About Compensation in Animal Death
Gujarat’s Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department runs the “Compensation in Animal Death” scheme to help livestock owners whose animals die in natural disasters such as floods, droughts, earthquakes or cyclones, from diseases like anthrax and bird flu, or from poisoning, including food poisoning, snake bites and chemical poisoning. Eligible beneficiaries receive the compensation through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Scheme Overview
State Government
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Compensation in Animal Death, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Applicants must be registered livestock owners or breeders
Applicants must be registered livestock owners or breeders.
The animal must have died because of a…
The animal must have died because of a natural disaster (floods, droughts, earthquakes or cyclones), a disease such as anthrax or bird flu, or poisoning, including food poisoning, snake bites and chemical poisoning.
Benefits Provided
Compensation in Animal Death provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Large Dairy animals (Cow/Buffalo/Camel):
Compensation Per Animal – ₹37,500/-; Compensation Limit For One Family – maximum for 3 animals
Small Dairy animals (Sheep/Goat):
Compensation Per Animal – ₹4,000/-; Compensation Limit For One Family – maximum for 30 animals
Large Non-milch Animals (Horse, Camel, Bullock):
Compensation Per Animal – ₹32,000/-; Compensation Limit For One Family – maximum for 3 animals
Small non-milch animals (Calf, Buffalo calf, Heifer, Donkey):
Compensation Per Animal – ₹20,000/-; Compensation Limit For One Family – maximum for 3 animals
Poultry-Ducks (Adult):
Compensation Per Animal – ₹100/-; Compensation Limit For One Family – maximum for 100 birds (within a limit of ₹10,000/-)
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
The applicant's Aadhaar identity card or any other…
The applicant's Aadhaar identity card or any other proof of identity.
Bank account particulars so the DBT payment can…
Bank account particulars so the DBT payment can be made.
Any further documents the Veterinary Officer may specify
Any further documents the Veterinary Officer may specify.
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Compensation in Animal Death through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
Approach the closest Veterinary Dispensaries and submit the documents as directed by the Veterinary Officer.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.