Sarkari Yojana

Godhan Nyay Yojana

Chhattisgarh
Quick Summary: Chhattisgarh's Godhan Nyay Yojana has the government buy cow dung from cattle herders to boost their income, turning it into vermicompost in Gauthans built in every panchayat. Self-help group women make the manure, which is sold to farmers at nominal rates.

About Godhan Nyay Yojana

About

1. It is the country’s first scheme of its kind, under which the government buys cow dung so that cattle herders earn more. 1. The scheme aims to give financial support to cattle herders who are economically weak. 1. The cow dung bought will be turned into organic vermicompost manure. 1. Selling this manure to farmers at nominal rates will encourage the use of organic fertilizers. 1. Every panchayat will get a Gauthan built under this scheme. 1. These Gauthans will provide shelter, food and medical care for other stray animals. 1. Each Gauthan will have vermicompost units for producing manure. 1. All vermicompost units will be built under MNREGA. 1. Organic fertilizers will be produced in these vermicompost units. 1. Women from self-help groups will prepare the fertilizers. 1. The scheme will open up numerous job opportunities. 1. Cooperative societies will pack the compost and sell it to farmers at nominal rates.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

20 Jul 2020

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Godhan Nyay Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Cattle rearers must live in Chhattisgarh

Cattle rearers must live in Chhattisgarh.

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The cattle owner must be older than 18…

The cattle owner must be older than 18 years.

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Possession of an Aadhaar card is compulsory for…

Possession of an Aadhaar card is compulsory for anyone collecting cow dung.

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The dung collector needs a bank account in…

The dung collector needs a bank account in their own name.

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An identity card is required for the cow…

An identity card is required for the cow dung collector.

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The collector must have a mobile number

The collector must have a mobile number.

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Registering how many animals they own is compulsory…

Registering how many animals they own is compulsory for the cow dung collector.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Aadhaar identity card

Aadhaar identity card.

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Photocopy of the bank passbook

Photocopy of the bank passbook.

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An identity card

An identity card.

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Certificate of permanent residence

Certificate of permanent residence.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2020-07-20

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Godhan Nyay Yojana through the online application process outlined below.

Registration process
Each cattle rearer will be registered at the body level.
Applications must be made using only the application form in the prescribed format.
Application counters will be set up at these locations:-

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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The SLRM Centre

The SLRM Centre.

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The compost shed

The compost shed.

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The ward office

The ward office.

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Inside the Gothan

Inside the Gothan. Every application must include the following details:-

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The herder's name

The herder's name.

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How many animals they have

How many animals they have.

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The quantity of dung produced

The quantity of dung produced.
Once all details are checked for accuracy, the scheme's ward in charge will register the cattle rearer.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References