AI SummaryMP Pashudhan Bima Yojana 2026 is a scheme of the Madhya Pradesh government that offers insurance cover to indigenous cattle owned by farmers. Pashu Dhan Bima Yojana helps such pashupalak kisan reduce the loss they face when their cattle die. This article explains the complete details of the Madhya Pradesh Pashudhan Beema Yojna.
The scheme is run by the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department of Madhya Pradesh with the help of the State Livestock and Poultry Development Corporation. Farmers can insure cows, buffalo, goats, sheep, camels and other animals at subsidised rates under this scheme.
MP Pashudhan Bima Yojana 2026
Here are the details of the MP Pashudhan Bima Yojana as announced by the Madhya Pradesh government. The scheme has been in place since 2014 and is still open for livestock owners in the state.
How to Get Pashu Dhan Bima Yojana Insurance Benefits
Here is how a beneficiary from either APL or BPL or SC or ST category can get Pashu Dhan Bima Yojana insurance benefits:-
- Cattle owners have to inform the insurance company about the death of the insured cattle within 24 hours.
- The doctors from the Animal Husbandry Department perform an autopsy of the cattle's body.
- Doctors then prepare a report in which the cause of death of the cattle is also mentioned.
- The officials submit the insurance claim to the insurance company within 1 month.
- The insurance company settles the claim of the Pashudhan Bima Yojana beneficiaries in 15 days.
How Many Animals Could Be Insured in Pashu Bima Yojana MP
Each cattle owner beneficiary of the Pashu Bima Yojana MP can insure 5 animals. Around 10 animals in the category of sheep, goat, cow, buffalo etc. are counted as 1 unit, so cattle owners can insure 50 animals at a time. Now check the subsidy amount which APL, BPL, SC, ST category beneficiaries get on their insurance premium.
Duration of Insurance Coverage in Pashudhan Bima Yojana
The maximum rate of insurance premium is 3% for one year and 7.5% for three years. The cattle owners can insure their cattle for one to three years.
The cattle owners in the various categories get subsidy on insurance premium on the following basis:-
- Above Poverty Line category: APL category cattle owners get a 50% subsidy on insurance premium.
- Below Poverty Line (BPL) category: BPL category cattle owners get 70% subsidy on insurance premium.
- Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes category: All SC / ST beneficiaries get 70% subsidy on insurance premium.
Implementation of Pashu Dhan Bima Yojana
As per official information, the MP Pashu Dhan Bima Yojana has been implemented across all the districts of Madhya Pradesh. The cattle including the milch animals are covered under the Pashu Insurance Scheme.
MP Pashudhan Bima Yojana Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | MP Pashudhan Bima Yojana |
| Launched By | Madhya Pradesh government |
| Beneficiaries | Livestock owners in Madhya Pradesh |
| Subsidy on Premium | 50% for APL, 70% for BPL / SC / ST |
| Animals Covered | Cow, buffalo, goat, sheep, camel and more |
| Responsible Department | Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Madhya Pradesh |
FAQ's
Is MP Pashudhan Bima Yojana still running?
Yes, the scheme is still open for livestock owners in Madhya Pradesh. It is run by the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department of the state.
How many animals can be insured under this scheme?
Each cattle owner can insure up to 5 animals under the scheme. Since around 10 small animals like goat or sheep count as 1 unit, a farmer can insure up to 50 such animals at a time.
What subsidy do BPL and SC / ST cattle owners get?
BPL and SC / ST category cattle owners get a 70% subsidy on the insurance premium, while APL category owners get a 50% subsidy.
Source / Reference Link: Official Website of Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Madhya Pradesh