Madhya Pradesh government continues to run Compensation for Livestock Loss Caused by Wild Animals for livestock owners whose animals are killed or injured in wild animal attacks. As of 03 August 2026, the latest official scheme page on CM Helpline shows the scheme update date as 20 May 2026.
Claim amount depends on the animal type. Dairy animals like cow, buffalo, and camel can get up to ₹30,000, and the incident must be reported to the nearest Forest Range Officer within 48 hours.
Compensation for Livestock Loss Caused by Wild Animals in Madhya Pradesh
This scheme is run by Madhya Pradesh Forest Department, not Animal Husbandry Department. It is meant for both rural and urban livestock owners in the state.
Compensation is paid after checking by the department. The article has been updated by removing the dead registration link and keeping only working official references and current contact details.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Compensation for Livestock Loss Caused by Wild Animals |
| Launched By | Madhya Pradesh Forest Department |
| Beneficiaries | Livestock owners in Madhya Pradesh whose animals are injured or killed by wild animals |
| Benefit Amount | Up to ₹30,000 depending on animal type, and up to 50% compensation in injury cases as per rules |
| Application Mode | Nearest Forest Range Office and online access through MP e-District portal |
| Official Website | Madhya Pradesh Forest Department |
Benefit amount and payment rules
Compensation amount is fixed by animal category. Dairy animals such as cow, buffalo, and camel are covered for ₹30,000. Non-dairy animals such as bull, buffalo, camel, and horse are covered for ₹25,000. Young animals like calf of cow, buffalo, horse, and camel, along with donkey and mule, are covered for ₹16,000. Sheep, goat, and pig are covered for ₹3,000.
If the animal is injured and not killed, compensation can go up to 50% of the payable amount under the revenue book circular rules. Payment is made through e-payment and the time limit shown on the official scheme page is 30 working days.
Who can apply
Applicant should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh and should be the owner of the livestock that was injured or killed in the wild animal attack. Official scheme page also shows that the scheme is open for all categories and for both urban and rural areas.
How to apply
Application should not be delayed. The first thing is to report the incident to the nearest Forest Range Officer within 48 hours. Dead livestock should not be moved from the spot before department checking.
STEP 1 - Report the animal loss or injury to the nearest Forest Range Office within 48 hours. The report can be given in writing or verbally as mentioned on the official scheme page.
STEP 2 - Keep the dead or injured animal at the place of incident until the forest staff checks the site. This point is clearly mentioned in the official scheme conditions.
STEP 3 - Submit the claim details at the concerned Forest Range Office. If online service access is available in the area, applicants can open the MP e-District portal and search for the related forest department service.
STEP 4 - Keep bank account details and supporting papers ready so payment can be released by e-payment after approval.
Required documents
Applicants should keep the basic papers ready before visiting the office or starting the online claim process.
- Identity proof of the applicant
- Residence proof of Madhya Pradesh
- Bank account details for receiving payment
- Animal death proof or local report, if the animal was killed
- Treatment papers or bills, if the animal was injured
- Any other paper asked by the Forest Range Office during checking
Appeal process
If the claim is not approved, a first appeal can be filed within 30 days before the concerned Divisional Forest Officer, Deputy Director of Protected Area, or Assistant Director as shown on the official scheme page. A second appeal can be filed within 60 days before the Conservator of Forests or Director of the Protected Area side, as applicable.
2026 update and current status
No 2026 benefit revision, closure notice, or replacement notice was found for this scheme. The latest official signal found during this update is the CM Helpline scheme page carrying an update date of 20 May 2026, so the scheme has been treated as continuing in 2026 with the same compensation structure.
People looking for a related forest damage scheme can also check Compensation for Crop Damage Caused by Wildlife (in Revenue and Forest Villages) on SarkariYojana.com.
Official contact details
For claim filing and local checking, the main contact point is the nearest Forest Range Office in Madhya Pradesh.
State-level department contact available on the official forest portal: Office of Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Van Bhawan, Tulsi Nagar, Link Road No. 2, Bhopal - 462003. Call centre numbers: +91 (0755) 2524000, 2524200. Email: apccfcoord@mp.gov.in.
References
These working links were checked during the update.
- CM Helpline Madhya Pradesh scheme detail page
- Madhya Pradesh Forest Department
- Madhya Pradesh government forest department page
- MP e-District portal
FAQ's
Is this scheme still running in 2026?
Yes. During this update, no closure or replacement notice was found, and the official CM Helpline scheme page shows an update date of 20 May 2026.
Which department runs this scheme?
Madhya Pradesh Forest Department runs this scheme.
How much compensation is given for a cow or buffalo?
Dairy animals like cow and buffalo are covered for up to ₹30,000 as per the official scheme page.
What is the last time to report the incident?
The incident should be reported within 48 hours to the nearest Forest Range Officer.
Can injured animals also get compensation?
Yes. Injury cases can get up to 50% of the payable compensation amount as per rules.
Where should the application be submitted?
Claim can be started through the nearest Forest Range Office. Online service access may also be available through the MP e-District portal.
How is the payment released?
Payment is released through e-payment after checking and approval.
What is the time limit for payment?
The official scheme page shows a 30 working day timeline.