Nandini Scheme: Boost Farmer Income with 50% Subsidy on 25-Cow Dairy Unit

• Nandini Krushak Samruddhi Yojana offers up to INR 61.50 lakh assistance and 50% subsidy (max INR 31.25 lakh) for a 25-cow dairy unit.
• Scheme supports high-breed indigenous cows like Sahiwal, Gir, Tharparkar, which must be sourced from outside the state.
• Eligibility requires 3 years of animal husbandry experience, 1.5 acres of land for fodder, and 15% self-investment.
• Mini Nandini scheme for 10 cows offers INR 23.60 lakh with 50% subsidy; Gau-Samvardhan Yojana provides INR 40,000 subsidy for similar cows.
• Beneficiaries are selected via e-lottery; apply at nearest veterinary hospital after newspaper advertisements.