Madhya Pradesh is set to release more than ₹66.73 crore in financial assistance for registered and operational gaushalas across the state. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav will transfer ₹66 crore 73 lakh 81 thousand 160 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) from Indore on September 17, 2026. The assistance, allocated for July 2026, will support the feeding, care and management of 5,40,305 cattle housed in registered gaushalas.
The move is aimed at providing timely financial support to gaushalas and strengthening arrangements for the upkeep and welfare of cattle under their care.
The financial assistance allocated for July 2026 will be transferred directly to the bank accounts of eligible gaushalas through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. Direct transfer is intended to streamline the payment process and ensure that the approved assistance reaches the concerned gaushala operators without an intermediary payment route.
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Madhya Pradesh government provides financial assistance at the rate of ₹40 per cattle per day for cattle housed in registered and operational gaushalas. The July 2026 assistance is being released under this provision. The state government had earlier increased the daily support from ₹20 to ₹40 per cattle to strengthen arrangements for feeding, upkeep and management.
The grant will be used for the feed, maintenance, care and essential management requirements of cattle housed in gaushalas. The assistance is being provided through the Madhya Pradesh Gau Samvardhan Board and the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairy, with the objective of strengthening basic arrangements for cattle maintained in registered gaushalas.
The latest release will provide assistance for 5,40,305 cattle housed in registered gaushalas across Madhya Pradesh. Since the payment will be made through DBT, the approved amount will be credited directly to the respective gaushala bank accounts. The financial support is expected to assist gaushalas in meeting regular expenses related to cattle feeding, care and day-to-day management.
More Than 3,214 Registered Gaushalas in Madhya Pradesh:
According to the information provided, Madhya Pradesh currently has more than 3,214 registered gaushalas in operation, where cattle are being sheltered and maintained. The state government has been focusing on improving gaushala management and strengthening arrangements for cattle protection and upkeep. Financial assistance for cattle maintenance has also been increased as part of these efforts.
Self-Reliant Gaushala Policy to Promote Larger Facilities:
The state has also introduced the Self-Reliant Gaushala Policy (Kamdhenu Niwas) with an emphasis on developing larger and more organised gaushala facilities. The policy aims to move beyond basic cattle sheltering and encourage the development of gaushalas that can become more organised and self-reliant over the longer term.
Gaushalas Housing 5,000 Cattle May Get Up to 125 Acres:
Under the policy, gaushalas capable of maintaining at least 5,000 cattle have a provision for access to up to 125 acres of government land, along with other necessary support. The objective is to facilitate large-scale cattle protection while providing adequate land and resources for better management, maintenance and related activities.
₹66.73 Crore Grant to Be Released from Indore on September 17:
The total assistance of ₹66 crore 73 lakh 81 thousand 160 will be distributed online through DBT from Indore on September 17, 2026. The amount relates to the assistance approved for July 2026 and will be transferred to the bank accounts of the concerned registered gaushalas. The release is expected to provide financial support for the continued feeding, care and management of cattle housed in these facilities.
FAQs:
1. How much gaushala grant will Madhya Pradesh release?
Madhya Pradesh will release ₹66 crore 73 lakh 81 thousand 160 as financial assistance for registered gaushalas.
2. When will the Madhya Pradesh gaushala grant be transferred?
The assistance will be transferred through DBT from Indore on September 17, 2026.
3. How much assistance is given per cattle?
The current assistance is ₹40 per cattle per day for cattle housed in eligible registered and operational gaushalas.
4. How many cattle will receive support under this release?
The July 2026 assistance will support 5,40,305 cattle housed in registered gaushalas.
5. How will gaushalas receive the financial assistance?
The approved amount will be transferred directly to eligible gaushala bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
