Gopal-Krishna Gram Award Scheme: In a move to boost dairy farming, improve livestock farmers’ incomes and conserve indigenous cattle breeds, the Madhya Pradesh government has approved the implementation of the Gopal-Krishna Gram Award Scheme under the Chief Minister’s Livestock Development Scheme. The Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department issued an order regarding the scheme on October 26, 2026. the initiative, livestock farmers will be rewarded based on their performance in a competition recognizing high-milk-producing cows. The first-prize winner will receive ₹1 lakh, the second-place winner ₹50,000 and the third-place winner ₹25,000. The scheme also aims to promote indigenous cattle breeds and strengthen dairy production across the state.
Madhya Pradesh government aims to make livestock rearing a more rewarding source of income for farmers and rural households. The Gopal-Krishna Gram Award Scheme is designed to encourage better dairy performance, recognize successful livestock farmers and promote the conservation and development of improved indigenous cattle breeds. By rewarding outstanding performance, the initiative seeks to foster healthy competition among livestock farmers and encourage villages to become centres of milk production and indigenous cattle development.
Livestock farmers participating in the competition will be eligible for awards based on their performance. The announced prize structure is as follows:
Winners will be selected according to the prescribed assessment criteria. Under the scheme's provisions, the entire prize amount must be used exclusively for the purchase, conservation and development of indigenous cattle. This requirement is intended to encourage farmers to invest in indigenous breeds and strengthen their livestock resources.
Gir, Sahiwal, Tharparkar and Other Indigenous Breeds to Receive Support:
The scheme places particular emphasis on conserving and promoting improved indigenous cattle breeds. These include Gir, Sahiwal, Tharparkar, Malvi, Niwari and other notified indigenous breeds. Promoting these breeds is expected to support the development of indigenous livestock resources and encourage farmers to improve their dairy operations. The initiative also seeks to strengthen rural dairy activities while creating greater awareness of the importance of indigenous cattle conservation.
Competitions across All 313 Development Blocks from 2027–28:
Scheme, block-level competitions are scheduled to be organized across all 313 development blocks of Madhya Pradesh during the period from 2027–28 to 2030–31, beginning in the second year of implementation. The competitions will help identify high-milk-producing cows and recognize livestock farmers who demonstrate outstanding performance. Award winners will be honored annually on the occasion of Govardhan Puja. The government also aims to develop Vrindavan Gram villages as model centres for milk production and the conservation and development of indigenous cattle. Block-level and district-level committees have been constituted to oversee the competitions and the selection of award recipients.
Key Objectives of the Gopal-Krishna Gram Award Scheme:
The scheme aims to achieve several objectives beyond increasing milk production. Its key goals include:
How Many Participants Can Apply from One Family?
According to the scheme provisions, only one participant or one cow from a single family can take part in the Vrindavan Gram or block-level competition. This restriction is intended to regulate participation in accordance with the scheme's rules. Livestock farmers should confirm the applicable conditions with the relevant local authorities before applying.
How Can Livestock Farmers Get More Information?
Farmers interested in participating should contact their local block veterinary officer or the Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department for details regarding eligibility, application procedures, required documents, competition dates and other applicable conditions. As the scheme focuses on milk production and indigenous cattle development, livestock farmers should also seek clarification on the prescribed performance assessment criteria and the permitted use of the prize money before entering the competition.
How Will the Scheme Benefit Madhya Pradesh's Dairy Sector?
The Gopal-Krishna Gram Award Scheme is intended to encourage dairy farming, improve livestock management and strengthen the conservation of indigenous cattle breeds in Madhya Pradesh. By recognizing high-performing livestock farmers and directing prize money towards indigenous cattle, the initiative aims to support rural livelihoods and promote village-level dairy development.
(FAQs):
1. What is the Gopal-Krishna Gram Award Scheme?
It is a Madhya Pradesh government initiative designed to increase milk production, encourage livestock farmers and promote indigenous cattle breeds.
2. How much prize money will the winner receive?
The first-place winner will receive ₹1 lakh, the second-place winner ₹50,000 and the third-place winner ₹25,000.
3. Which cattle breeds are covered under the scheme?
The scheme promotes Gir, Sahiwal, Tharparkar, Malvi, Niwari and other notified indigenous cattle breeds.
4. When will the Gopal-Krishna Gram competitions begin?
The block-level competitions are scheduled to begin in 2027–28 and continue through 2030–31.
5. Where can farmers get application details?
Farmers can contact their local block veterinary officer or the Madhya Pradesh Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department for eligibility and application information.
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