The Uttar Pradesh government is promoting dairy entrepreneurship through the Mini Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, launched under the Nand Baba Milk Mission. The scheme offers financial assistance to eligible farmers and entrepreneurs who wish to establish small dairy units using indigenous cow breeds.
With a subsidy of up to ₹11.80 lakh, the initiative aims to increase milk production, promote native cattle breeds, and generate sustainable income opportunities for rural households.
Subsidy, Project Cost and Funding Pattern
Under the scheme, the estimated cost of setting up a 10-cow dairy unit has been fixed at ₹23.60 lakh.
The funding structure is as follows:
- Government subsidy: Up to ₹11.80 lakh (50% of the project cost)
- Beneficiary contribution: 15% of the project cost
- Bank loan: Remaining 35% of the project cost
The subsidy will be transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system in two instalments.
- The first instalment will be released after completion of the dairy infrastructure.
- The second instalment will be credited after the purchase of eligible indigenous cows.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfil the following conditions to avail the benefits under the scheme:
- Dairy units must be established using indigenous cow breeds such as Sahiwal, Gir, and Tharparkar.
- The animals should preferably be purchased from their native breeding regions.
- The cows must be in their first or second lactation and should have calved within the previous 45 days.
- Ear-tagging and insurance of all cattle are mandatory.
- Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in rearing cows or buffaloes, certified by the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO).
- Applicants must have access to:
- 0.20 acres of land for dairy infrastructure.
- 0.80 acres of land for fodder cultivation through ownership, inheritance, or a registered long-term lease.
Who Is Not Eligible?
Farmers who have already received benefits under any of the following schemes are not eligible to apply:
- Kamdhenu Scheme
- Mini Kamdhenu Scheme
- Micro Kamdhenu Scheme
- Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana
- Chief Minister Swadeshi Gau-Samvardhan Yojana
How to Apply
The state government plans to accept applications through an online portal in the future.
Until the portal becomes operational, eligible applicants can submit offline applications at the offices of the Chief Development Officer (CDO) or Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) in their respective districts.
If the number of applications exceeds the available quota, beneficiaries will be selected through an electronic lottery system.
Benefits of the Scheme
The scheme offers several advantages for aspiring dairy entrepreneurs:
- Subsidy of up to ₹11.80 lakh
- Lower initial investment through bank financing
- Promotion of indigenous cattle breeds
- Direct subsidy transfer through DBT
- Opportunity to generate sustainable rural income
- Support for expanding Uttar Pradesh’s dairy sector
Conclusion
The Mini Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana 2026 provides significant financial support for individuals looking to establish a dairy business in Uttar Pradesh. By reducing the initial investment burden and encouraging the use of indigenous cattle breeds, the scheme aims to strengthen dairy farming while creating long-term livelihood opportunities for farmers and rural entrepreneurs.
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