Shimla, Jul 10 (PTI) The Himachal Pradesh government has taken a decision to increase the monthly incentive under the Gaupal Yojana, implemented through the Gau Sewa Aayog, from Rs 700 to Rs 1,200 per cattle, Animal Husbandry and Agriculture Minister Chander Kumar said on Thursday.
This enhanced amount would be provided to the registered ‘Gau-Sadans’ (cow shelters) starting August, 2025, he said while presiding over the sixth meeting of the Himachal Pradesh Gau-Sadans Aayog in Shimla. In the meeting, discussion on the establishment, functioning and rehabilitation of abandoned cattle in cow shelters across the state was held.
There are 276 ‘Gau-Sadans’ and ‘Gau-Abhyaranyas’ (cow sanctuaries) across the state, providing shelter to 21,306 abandoned cattle. The process of establishing new ‘Gau-Sadans’ and Gau-Abhayaranyas’ is underway in the Kangra, Hamirpur and Una districts, a statement issued here said.
The Gau Sewa Aayog expressed gratitude to the state government for increasing the incentive amount.
Chander Kumar directed the Animal Husbandry Department to ensure regular veterinary care and proper record-keeping in all Gau-Sadans and Gau-Abhayaranya. PTI BPL MNK MNK
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