Chhattisgarh government's Godhan Nyay Yojana is buying cow dung from cattle rearers at a fixed rate of ₹2 per kg and cow urine at ₹4 per litre. The scheme was launched on 20 July 2020 on the occasion of the Hareli festival, making Chhattisgarh the first state in India to buy cow dung from livestock owners for their welfare. The state government uses this cow dung to prepare organic fertilizers like vermi compost.
The scheme was started by former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel. Now the current government under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai is running it. Payments are made to eligible cattle rearers every 15 days directly into their bank accounts through DBT. So far, more than 2,11,540 cattle rearers have got the benefit of this scheme, and around 9,211 women self help groups have received work opportunities.
Godhan Nyay Yojana Guidelines
The state government has procured around 70.36 lakh quintals of cow dung so far. From this, about 7,17,839 quintals of cow dung compost has been prepared, out of which 5,12,309 quintals has been sold. The government has also made around 3 lakh quintals of super compost, with 1.25 lakh quintals sold. More than 13,000 Gauthans (cow sheds) have been built across the villages of Chhattisgarh.
Highlights of Godhan Nyay Yojana
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | CG Godhan Nyay Yojana |
| Launched By | Former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel |
| Currently Managed By | Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai |
| Beneficiaries | Cattle rearers and farmers of the state |
| Cow Dung Rate | ₹2 per kg |
| Cow Urine Rate | ₹4 per litre |
| Payment Mode | DBT every 15 days |
| Launch Date | 20 July 2020 |
| Official Website | godhannyay.cgstate.gov.in |
| Helpline | 0771-2221614 |
Main Rules of Godhan Nyay Yojana
Under this scheme, the state government buys cow dung from cattle rearers at ₹2 per kg and cow urine at ₹4 per litre. The Gauthan Samitis collect the cow dung from farmers and cattle owners at the Gauthans. Women self help groups prepare cow dung compost using the procured cow dung, which is then sold to farmers at a subsidised rate.
- The state government buys cow dung at ₹2 per kg and cow urine at ₹4 per litre from cattle rearers.
- The scheme was launched on 20 July 2020 by the Chhattisgarh government and is still running in 2026.
- The government prepares cow dung compost and super compost at thousands of Gauthans, where women self help groups get work.
- The scheme has increased the income of cattle rearers and put a check on open grazing of cattle.
- Promoting the use of organic fertilizer and reducing the use of chemical fertilizer is the main aim of the scheme.
Eligibility Criteria for Godhan Nyay Yojana
The eligibility rules for Godhan Nyay Yojana are simple. The scheme is open to cattle rearers of the state who meet the basic conditions given below.
- Applicant should be a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh state.
- Applicant should be at least 18 years of age.
- Applicant should have a bank account linked with Aadhaar.
- Only cattle rearers and farmers of the state are eligible under this scheme.
How to Register for Godhan Nyay Yojana
Registration for Godhan Nyay Yojana is done at the local Gauthan or gram panchayat. There is no separate online process for registration. The cattle rearer has to visit the nearest Gauthan or gram panchayat office and complete the registration process.
STEP 1 - Visit the nearest Gauthan or gram panchayat office in your area.
STEP 2 - Fill the application form with details like name, address, Aadhaar, bank account, cattle details and quantity of cow dung.
STEP 3 - The Gauthan committee will confirm the registration after checking the details.
STEP 4 - After verification, the cattle rearer can start selling cow dung at the Gauthan.
STEP 5 - The payment is transferred to the bank account through DBT within 15 days of the sale.
Documents Required for Godhan Nyay Yojana
Here is the list of required documents to register for Godhan Nyay Yojana.
- Aadhaar card, which is needed for identity and bank account linking.
- Bank passbook copy, so that the payment can be transferred directly to the account.
- Identity card, to confirm the identity of the applicant.
- Permanent residence proof, to confirm that the applicant is a resident of Chhattisgarh.
- Mobile number, which is used for OTP and payment updates.
How to Check Payment Status
You can check the payment status and other details on the official portal at godhannyay.cgstate.gov.in. For any help or complaint, you can call the helpline number 124-2221614. You can also read and download the Godhan Nyay Yojana details from the official website.
FAQ's
What is the rate of cow dung under the scheme?
The rate of cow dung to be procured by the state government is ₹2 per kg. Cow urine is procured at ₹4 per litre.
When is the payment made under the scheme?
The Chhattisgarh government releases the payment every 15 days through DBT directly into the bank account of the cattle rearer.
Who collects the cow dung?
Gauthan Samitis collect the cow dung from livestock owners at the Gauthans.
When was the Godhan Nyay Yojana launched?
Godhan Nyay Yojana was launched on 20 July 2020 on the occasion of the Hareli festival.
What does the government do with the cow dung?
Cow dung is used for the production of cow dung compost organic fertilizer, which is sold through cooperative societies to farmers.
For more details, visit the official website at cgstate.gov.in.