About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to strengthen dairy livelihoods through Gir cow induction. Through this scheme, financial assistance and subsidies are provided to beneficiaries for cows, feed, infrastructure, and insurance.
The “Integrated Dairy Development Project (For 2 Cows)” scheme has been launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, U.T. Administration of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The scheme aims to promote dairy development through the introduction of Gir breed milch cows and the provision of necessary dairy inputs. Through this scheme, financial assistance and subsidies are provided to beneficiaries for the purchase of cows, cattle shed infrastructure, feed, mineral mixture, and insurance coverage.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Integrated Dairy Development Project (IDDP) (IDDPDAMAN) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Fisheries Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu |
| Official portal | daman.nic.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
| Sr. No. | Activity | Cost (Rs. ) | UT Subsidy Admin (Rs. ) | Under DEDS – Subsidy Beneficiary Gets |
| 1 | Cost of 2 milch cows of the Indigenous “Gir” breed, including transportation cost (@ Rs. 60,000/- per animal) | Rs. 1,20,000/- | Rs. 30,000/- (@25% of purchase cost subject to a maximum of Rs. 30,000/-) | Beneficiary will get back-ended subsidy from NABARD @ 25% for General and 33.33% for SC/ST, i.e. Rs. 30,000/- (@25% for General) or Rs. 39,996/- (@33.33% for SC/ST) |
| 2 | Cost towards cattle shed, water tank with automatic drinking system (already existing) | Rs. 8,000/- | Rs. 4,000/- (50% of construction cost) | - |
| 3 | 44 bags of cattle feed (each of 50 kg) (44 bags × 2) (@ Rs. 600/- per bag) | Rs. 52,800/- | Rs. 26,400/- (50% of purchase cost) | - |
| 4 | 44 kg of mineral mixture (each of 1 kg) (44 kg × 2) (@ Rs. 80/- per bag) | Rs. 7,040/- | Rs. 3,520/- (50% of purchase cost) | - |
| 5 | Cost of insurance for 3 years (approx. @ Rs. 5,400/- per animal) | Rs. 10,800/- | Rs. 5,400 (50% for General) or Rs. 8,100 (75% for SC/ST) | - |
| Total | Rs. 1,98,640/- | Rs. 69,320/- (General) or Rs. 72,020/- (SC/ST) | Rs. 99,320/- (General) or Rs. 1,12,016/- (SC/ST) |
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a resident of the Union Territory of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
- The applicant should purchase only the Indigenous Gir breed milch cows.
- The applicant should utilise the grant only for the purpose for which it is sanctioned and within the stipulated period.
- The applicant should maintain all required records and registers as per the General Financial Rules, 1963.
- The applicant should submit utilisation certificates, audited accounts, and achievement reports as prescribed by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services.
Preference / Reservation:
- A higher subsidy rate is applicable for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
The applicant must approach the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services,
U.T. Administration of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli, for availing benefits under the Integrated Dairy Development Project (For 2 Cows).
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the Integrated Dairy Development Project (IDDP) is to promote dairy development by providing financial assistance and subsidies for introduction of Indigenous Gir breed milch cows along with essential dairy inputs.
Which department implements the scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, U.T. Administration of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
What type of animals are covered under IDDP (For 2 Cows)?
The scheme covers 2 Indigenous “Gir” breed milch cows, including transportation costs.
What is the total project cost under IDDP (For 2 Cows)?
The total project cost under the Integrated Dairy Development Project (For 2 Cows) is Rs. 1,98,640/-.
What financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
Financial assistance is provided in the form of subsidy for purchase of cows, cattle shed infrastructure, cattle feed, mineral mixture, and insurance, along with back-ended subsidy through NABARD under Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS).
Is there any difference in subsidy for General and SC/ST beneficiaries?
Yes. SC/ST beneficiaries receive a higher subsidy compared to General beneficiaries, including higher insurance subsidy and higher back-ended subsidy through NABARD.
How is the subsidy released under IDDP?
The subsidy is released as a back-ended subsidy through NABARD under the Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS).
Are beneficiaries required to maintain records under the scheme?
Yes. Beneficiaries are required to maintain:
- Registers as per General Financial Rules, 1963, and
- Asset registers in Form GFR-19 for assets created under the scheme.
Can the assets created under the scheme be sold or used for other purposes?
No. Assets created under the scheme cannot be disposed of, encumbered, or used for any purpose other than the sanctioned purpose without prior approval of the competent authority.
What happens if the grant is not utilized as per scheme conditions?
If the grant is not utilized for the sanctioned purpose or within the stipulated period, the unutilized amount must be refunded, and further grants may not be released.
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