About this agriculture scheme
"Special Livestock Insurance Scheme" is a welfare initiative targeting SC families engaged in livestock rearing. The scheme provides free insurance for livestock, enhancing the economic security of resource-poor SC families. The scheme covers milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, camels, etc;
"Special Livestock Insurance Scheme" by the Animal Husbandry & Dairying Department, Government of Haryana is a continuation of a welfare initiative targeting scheduled caste families engaged in livestock rearing. The scheme is designed to provide free insurance for livestock, enhancing the economic security of resource-poor Scheduled Caste families. It has been allocated a budget of Rs. 3,00,00,000/- by the State Government and aims to cover various livestock species, including milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, and camels.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Special Livestock Insurance Scheme (SLISC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Animal Husbandry & Dairying Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Haryana |
| Official portal | saralharyana.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🏷️SC
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Free Insurance Coverage: For livestock owned by Scheduled Caste families, ensuring financial protection in case of animal loss.
- Employment Support: Covers livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes (SCSP).”
- Wide Coverage: Includes dairy, piggery, sheep, goat units, milch buffalo, cattle, pack animals, and camels.
- Publicity and Awareness: Rs. 5,50,000/- allocated for widespread publicity to ensure maximum participation.
- Veterinary Support: Honorarium to Veterinary Surgeons for health and post-mortem certificates.
- Cost-Free to Beneficiaries: Entire costs related to insurance premiums, publicity, and veterinary support are borne by the State Government.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste family.
- The livestock of the applicant should include milch buffaloes, milch cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, or camels.
- The animals must be owned by the applicant.
- The animals should be reared within the State.
*Livestock units established under the “Scheme for Providing Employment Opportunities to Scheduled Castes” are automatically eligible.
Who is not eligible
- Livestock not owned by Scheduled Caste families.
- Animals without a valid health certificate issued by Veterinary Surgeons.
- Losses not covered under the insurance policy terms (e.g., negligence, willful harm).
- Livestock not registered under the scheme or insured during the eligibility period.
- Claims without proper documentation or post-mortem reports.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Registration
Step 1: The eligible applicant may apply online through the Official Portal- Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. https://saralharyana.gov.in/
Step 2: If the applicant is not registered on the portal, he/she gets registered there.
Step 3: For registration, click “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and fill in all the mandatory details i.e. Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password & State. Click on ‘Submit’.
Step 04: Verify your mobile number and email ID through the received OTP and complete the registration process.
Application
Step 1: To avail the benefits of the scheme, visit the Official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal and log in through the email ID used while registering.
Step 2: Enter Password & Captcha and click on ‘Login’.
Step 3: After successful login, click on ‘Apply for Services’ and then ‘View all Available Services’
Step 4: Now, you can search for the scheme and click on the scheme to go ahead and fill out the application form.
Step 5: Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number - Family ID and click on “Click here to Fetch Family Data” which displays the family members registered under the given Family ID.
Step 6: Select the beneficiary/applicant name and enter the OTP that is being sent to the selected family member for verification. Click on “Click to Verify”
Step 7: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload all the mandatory documents.
Step 8: Preview the application form and click on ‘Submit’.
Tracking of Application:
Applicants can track his/her application through the Official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal by entering their Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
*In case of loss, file a claim with supporting documents, including the post-mortem report.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Special Livestock Insurance Scheme?
It is a State Government initiative providing free livestock insurance to Scheduled Caste families for the year 2018-19.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Scheduled Caste families owning livestock such as milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, or camels within the State are eligible.
What costs are covered under the scheme?
The entire insurance premium, publicity expenses, and Veterinary Surgeon honorariums are covered by the State Government.
How can I apply for this scheme?
Applications can be submitted at the nearest Deputy Director office for Animal Husbandry & Dairying along with the required documents.
What documents are needed for application?
Proof of Scheduled Caste status, livestock ownership documents, and health certificates issued by Veterinary Surgeons.
What is the role of Veterinary Surgeons in this scheme?
Veterinary Surgeons issue health and post-mortem certificates required for insurance and claim processes.
Are all types of livestock covered under this scheme?
Yes, milch animals, sheep, goats, pigs, pack animals, and camels are covered.
Is there any cost to the beneficiaries?
No, the scheme is completely free for Scheduled Caste families.
What happens in case of livestock loss?
File a claim with necessary documentation, including a post-mortem certificate, to receive insurance benefits.
How is the scheme publicized?
Rs. 25,000 per district is allocated for publicity, ensuring that beneficiaries are well-informed about the scheme.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guideline pashudhanharyana.gov.in (PDF)
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