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Home / Schemes / HIMAYAT- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana

HIMAYAT- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana 2026

This Gujarat government scheme helps dairy farmers from the General Caste category by providing financial aid to  Read More... buy electric chaff cutters, saving fodder and boosting profits. Read less

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Looking to make your dairy farming more efficient and profitable? The Gujarat government has a scheme that might be just what you need. The 'Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme' is designed to support dairy farmers, specifically those from the General category.

What Is This Scheme?

Implemented by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry under the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, this scheme aims to help dairy farmers buy electric chaff cutters. Using these machines means less wastage of both green and dry fodder, which is a big plus for your farm's economics.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This scheme is for dairy farmers who are permanent residents of Gujarat and belong to the General Caste category. You also need to own at least five animals to be eligible.

Why This Scheme Is Important

Reducing fodder wastage is key to profitable dairy farming. Power-driven chaff cutters ensure that your animals get nutritious feed without it going to waste. This scheme makes it easier and more affordable for eligible farmers to get this essential equipment.

Objective

This Gujarat government scheme helps dairy farmers from the General Caste category by providing financial aid to buy electric chaff cutters, saving fodder and boosting profits.

Benefits

  • The Himayat shall be implemented in partnership with Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) empaneled under; and who qualify as per the guidelines of DDU-GKY, MoRD, and GoI.
  • The Himayat programme aims to train 1,49,180 youth with placement assurance (at least 70%) of trained youth.
  • The Programme is 100 percent funded by the Government of India as a special provision under the DDU-GKY programme and no formal cap on the budget and the number of youth to be trained/ placed.
  • Technical and financial support shall be available for trainees post-training/placement as well.
  • A liberal costing for training and post-placement allowance (including tracking) has been provided under the programme for the Project Implementation Agencies (PIA).
  • The Himayat programme shall cover both urban and rural populations irrespective of levels of poverty.
  • Training shall be both Residential and Non-Residential.
  • Initial entry-level training will be provided for at least 3 months and upon completion, trainees will be placed in companies.
  • The training will include computer-oriented skills, soft skills and English communication skills, as well as the technical skills needed for the particular job.
  • There is provision for a reservation for skilling 40000 young women.
  • 1000 youth will be trained for the placements abroad.
  • The National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR) in Hyderabad has been designated as the Central Technical Support Agency (CTSA) for the appraisal of project proposals of PIAs.
  • Initial entry-level training will be provided for at least 3 months and upon completion, trainees will be placed in companies.
    • If a trainee is not receiving the above entitlements he/she can call the Himayat Helpline at 01933-222364

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    Who Can Apply?

    1. You must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
    2. You need to belong to the General Caste category.
    3. You should own at least five (5) animals.

    How To Apply

    Applying for this scheme is straightforward:

    1. Visit the official I-Khedut Portal online.
    2. Fill out the application form.
    3. After purchasing the chaff cutter from a government-approved vendor, you'll need to submit the bill to claim your subsidy.

    Official Application Link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

    Documents You'll Need

    • Proof of Identity (like Aadhaar Card)
    • Proof of Residence
    • Proof that you own the required number of animals
    • Your Bank Account Details
    • Any other documents the department may ask for

    FAQ’s

    How much financial help can I get with this chaff cutter scheme?

    If you're eligible, you can get financial assistance for up to 75% of the chaff cutter's price, or a maximum of ₹18,000, whichever is less.

    Can I get the subsidy money directly?

    Yes, the approved subsidy amount will be directly deposited into your bank account.

    What are the basic requirements to apply for this scheme?

    To apply, you must be a permanent resident of Gujarat, belong to the General Caste category, and own at least five animals.

    Do I need to have a certain number of animals to be eligible?

    Yes, you must own a minimum of five animals to qualify for this scheme.

    Where can I submit my application for the chaff cutter assistance?

    You can apply online through the official I-Khedut Portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/.

    After buying the chaff cutter, how do I get the subsidy?

    Once you've purchased the chaff cutter from a government-approved vendor, you need to present your bill to claim the subsidy amount.

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