AI SummaryChhattisgarh state government Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme offers capital investment subsidy to people who want to start poultry farming in the state. The scheme gives 25% to 40% subsidy on the fixed capital investment for setting up a commercial poultry unit.
Entrepreneurs who start poultry farming with their own money or a bank loan can get this fixed capital investment subsidy for 5 years. This article explains the subsidy amount, the area and category rules, and other details of the scheme.
What is Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme
Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme was started to encourage poultry farming in the state. The Animal Husbandry Department launched this new scheme after the announcement made by former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on 15 August 2023. To run the scheme, ₹1 crore was approved in advance from the contingency fund.
Under the scheme, the state government gives a fixed capital investment subsidy for 5 years to entrepreneurs who set up a poultry unit with their own money or a bank loan. According to the Animal Husbandry Department, the scheme offers 25% to 40% capital investment subsidy for setting up poultry units in developed and developing blocks, to create new jobs and self-employment options in the state.
Subsidy under Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme
The state government gives the following subsidy for setting up broiler, desi and colored poultry units:
- In A category areas, general category eligible people get 25% subsidy on fixed capital investment.
- In A category areas, SC, ST and EWS eligible people get 30% subsidy on fixed capital investment.
- In B category areas, general category eligible people get 35% subsidy on fixed capital investment.
- In B category areas, SC, ST and EWS eligible people get 40% subsidy on fixed capital investment.
Similarly, for layer and parent poultry units, general category eligible people in A category areas get 25% subsidy, while SC, ST and EWS eligible people get 30% subsidy on fixed capital investment. In B category areas, general eligible people get 35% and SC, ST and EWS eligible people get 40% subsidy on fixed capital investment.
As per NABARD, the fixed capital cost of one unit of broiler, desi or colored poultry is ₹2.86 lakh, and for layer or parent poultry it is ₹3.70 lakh. Each unit has 1,000 birds. The maximum fixed capital investment subsidy for setting up a 10,000 bird unit ranges from ₹7.20 lakh to ₹14.80 lakh, depending on the area and the applicant's category.
The subsidy is paid in 5 installments after the unit becomes operational and passes physical verification.
Highlights of Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme |
| Launched By | Animal Husbandry Department, Chhattisgarh |
| Beneficiaries | Poultry entrepreneurs and eligible people |
| Benefit Amount | 25% to 40% capital investment subsidy |
| Subsidy Period | 5 years |
| Official Website | agriportal.cg.nic.in |
How to apply for Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme
Eligible people can apply for the scheme through the official Animal Husbandry Department portal of Chhattisgarh. The state schemes page on the portal lists the poultry farming promotion scheme along with the beneficiary application form and the scheme rules.
STEP 1 - Visit the official Animal Husbandry Department portal of Chhattisgarh at agriportal.cg.nic.in.
STEP 2 - Open the state schemes section and find the poultry farming promotion scheme details.
STEP 3 - Download the beneficiary application form and fill in the required details.
STEP 4 - Submit the filled form to the concerned district Animal Husbandry office along with the required documents.
FAQ's
Who can apply for Chhattisgarh Poultry Farming Promotion Scheme?
Any eligible resident of Chhattisgarh who wants to start a poultry farming unit can apply for the scheme. SC, ST and EWS eligible people get a higher subsidy rate.
How much subsidy is given under the scheme?
The subsidy ranges from 25% to 40% of the fixed capital investment, depending on the area category and the applicant's category.
How is the subsidy paid?
The subsidy is paid in 5 installments after the unit becomes operational and passes physical verification.
Source / Reference Link: Chhattisgarh Animal Husbandry Department State Schemes