Lok Sabha Question No. 3973 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-03-25
Subject: Implementation of National Livestock Mission
Ministry: FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING
Asked by: Dr. Kirsan Namdeo

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING

## DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING

LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO 3973 TO BE ANSWERED ON 25 TH MARCH 2025

## IMPLEMENTATION OF NATIONAL LIVESTOCK MISSION

3973. Dr. Kirsan Namdeo:

Will the Minister of FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING मत्स्यपालन , पशुपालन और डेयरी मंत्री

be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has implemented the Rashtriya Gokul Mission and the National Livestock Mission in the country, if so, the details thereof;
- (b) the impact of these schemes on livestock productivity, dairy production and overall rural economy in Maharashtra;
- (c) the financial allocation and expenditure incurred for these schemes in Maharashtra; and (d) the other initiatives to enhance and expand these schemes for further development in the State's Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying sectors?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING

(PROF. S.P. SINGH BAGHEL)

(a)Yes Sir, the Government is implementing the Rashtriya Gokul Mission and the National Livestock Mission in the country.

To  complement  and  supplement  the  efforts  of  States  and  Union  Territories  in  increasing  milk production,  the  Government  of  India  is  implementing  the  Rashtriya  Gokul  Mission.  This  initiative focuses on the development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds, genetic upgradation of the bovine population, and enhancing milk production and productivity.

Under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, the Government of India is implementing the following techniques  for  the  genetic  upgradation  of  indigenous  bovine  breeds  to  enhance  milk production:

- (i) Nationwide Artificial Insemination Programme :  The  programme  aims  to  enhance  AI coverage  and  deliver  quality  Artificial  Insemination  (AI)  services  at  farmers'  doorsteps using semen from high-genetic-merit bulls, including indigenous bovine breeds.

Accelerated Breed Improvement Programme using Sex-Sorted Semen: This program aims  to  produce  female  calves  with  up  to  90%  accuracy,  thereby  enhancing  breed improvement and increasing farmers' income. The use of sex-sorted semen of indigenous breeds is being actively promoted under this programme.

## Launch of Indigenously Developed Sex-Sorted Semen Production Technology:

For the first time in India, facilities established under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission have successfully produced sex-sorted semen of indigenous cattle breeds. These facilities have been set up at five government semen stations in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand,  and  Uttar  Pradesh.  Additionally,  three  private  semen  stations  are  also contributing  to  the  production  of  sex-sorted  semen  doses.  The  launch  of  indigenously developed sex-sorted semen production technology has significantly reduced the cost of sex-sorted semen from ₹800 to ₹250 per dose. This breakthrough makes sex-sorted semen more  affordable  for  farmers  and  boosts  the  indigenous  female  cattle  population.So  far,

- 1.17  crore  sex-sorted  semen  doses  have  been  produced  using  high-genetic-merit  bulls, including those of indigenous breeds.

Accelerated Breed Improvement Programme using IVF Technology: For the first time  in  India,  bovine  IVF  technology  has  been  promoted  for  the  development  and conservation of indigenous breeds. The Department has established 22 IVF laboratories  to  support  the  promotion  of  indigenous  breeds  across  the  country.An incentive of ₹5,000 per assured pregnancy is provided to farmers under this program to encourage the development of indigenous breeds.

Launch of Indigenous Culture Media: An indigenous media for in-vitro fertilization  (IVF)  has  been  launched  to  further  promote  IVF  technology  in  the country.  This  indigenous  culture  media  provides  a  cost-effective  alternative  to expensive imported media, making IVF technology more accessible.

Multi-purpose  Artificial  Insemination  Technicians  in  Rural  India  (MAITRI): MAITRIs are trained and equipped to deliver quality artificial insemination services at  farmers'  doorsteps.  Additionally,  assistance  is  provided  to  States  and  Union Territories for refresher training of artificial insemination technicians and professionals.

- (ii) Strengthening of semen stations : Under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, the strengthening of semen stations has raised the number of high-genetic-merit bulls to 1,845 (2023-24),  producing  29  million  doses  of  indigenous  breed  semen.  Artificial  insemination with indigenous breed semen is encouraged across the country.
- (iii) Progeny  testing  and  Pedigree  selection  programme :  This  programme  aims  to produce  high  genetic  merit  bulls,  including  bulls  of  indigenous  breeds.  Progeny  testing  is implemented for  Gir,  Sahiwal  breeds  of  cattle,  and  Murrah,  Mehsana  breeds  of  buffaloes. Under the Pedigree selection programme Rathi, Tharparkar, Hariana, Kankrej breeds of cattle and Jaffarabadi, Nili Ravi, Pandharpuri  and Banni breeds of buffalo  are covered.   Disease free  high  genetic  merit  bulls  of  indigenous  breeds  produced under the programme is made available to semen stations across the country.
- (iv) Launch of Indigenously Developed Genomic Chip :  For  the  first  time,  a  genomic chip  has  been  developed  and  launched  under  the  Rashtriya  Gokul  Mission  for  indigenous breeds.  This  common  genomic  chip  is  significantly  contributing  to  the  development  and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds.

The National Livestock Mission (NLM), launched in 2014-15, underwent a revision and  realignment  starting  in  the  2021-22  financial  year.  The  revamped  scheme  focuses  on employment generation, entrepreneurship development, and enhancing per-animal productivity, thereby targeting increased production of meat, goat milk, eggs, and wool under the  Development  Programme  umbrella.  Further  modifications  were  introduced  on  21st February  2024,  adding  the  breed-upgradation  of  camels,  horses,  and  donkeys,  along  with initiatives for fodder production utilizing wasteland, rangeland, and degraded forest land. The scheme has followingthree Sub-Missions:

- (i)  Sub-mission  on  Breed  Development  of  Livestock  and  Poultry: The  Sub-mission emphasizes entrepreneurship development and breed improvement in sectors such as poultry, sheep, goat, and piggery. It aims to incentivize individuals, Farmers Producers Organizations (FPOs), Farmer Cooperative Organizations (FCOs), Joint Liability Groups (JLGs), Self-Help Groups  (SHGs),  and  Section  8  companies  under  the  Companies  Act  for  entrepreneurship initiatives. Additionally, it supports State Governments in establishing infrastructure for breed improvement. The Government of India provides a 50% subsidy to entrepreneurs for setting up units focused on poultry, sheep, goat, piggery, and also camel, horse, and donkey breeds.

(ii)Sub-mission  on  Feed  and  Fodder  Development: This Sub-Mission focuses on enhancing the fodder seed supply chain to ensure the availability of certified fodder seeds essential for fodder production. It promotes entrepreneurship by supporting the establishment  of  Fodder  Block,  Hay  Baling,  and  Silage  Making  Units,  as  well  as encouraging  fodder  production  on  wasteland,  degraded  forestland,  and  similar  areas. Incentives are offered for the production of different types of seeds: ₹250/kg for breeder seeds, ₹150/kg for foundation seeds, and ₹100/kg for certified seeds.

(iii)Sub-mission  on  Innovation  and  Extension: This  Sub-Mission  seeks  to  incentivize institutes, universities, and organizations engaged in research and development related to sheep,  goats,  pigs,  and  the  feed  and  fodder  sector.  It  also  supports  extension  activities, livestock  insurance,  and  innovation.  Assistance  is  extended  to  central  agencies,  Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) institutes, and University Farms for conducting applied  research  to  advance  the  sector.  Additionally,  it  promotes  extension  services, including  awareness  campaigns  for  animal  husbandry  schemes,  seminars,  conferences, demonstration  activities,  and  other  Information,  Education,  and  Communication  (IEC) initiatives, implemented through state governments.

(b)  Due  to  implementation  of  Rashtriya  Gokul  Mission  and  other  measures  undertaken  by Department  of  Animal  Husbandry  and  Dairying  the  milk  production  in  Maharashtra  has increased  from  92.95  lakh  tonnes  in  2014-15  to  156.89  lakh  tonnes  in  2023-24  (i.e  by 68.78%). Average productivity of non-descript and indigenous cattle has increased from 1.85 kg  per  animal  per  day  in  2014-15  to  2.37  kg/animal/day  in  2023-24  (i.e  by  28.10%). Similarly, average productivity of crossbred cattle has increased from 7.38 kg per animal per day in 2014-15 to 9.85 kg/animal/day in 2023-24 (i.e by 33.46%).

Under National Livestock Mission Entrepreneurship Development Programme (NLM EDP), 316  projects  have  been  approved  in  Maharashtra  which  includes  production  capacity  of 72,740  metric  tons  per  annum  of  feed  and  fodder,  ensuring  better  nutrition  for  livestock, thereby improving their health and productivity. The projects inducting 74,110 goats & sheep, 38,650 poultry birds, and 330 pigs will help to upheld the rural economy through increase in livestock  availability,  supporting  small  and  marginal  farmers  in  income  generation.  Under breed development programme of NLM-EDP, employment of 885 has been generated so far and around 963 farmers are being integrated through these projects.

(c)  Under  the  Rashtriya  Gokul  Mission  (RGM),  Maharashtra  has  received  a  total  fund allocation of ₹4943.71 lakh over the past five years, with the entire amount utilized. Similarly, under the National Livestock Mission (NLM), since the financial year 2021-22, ₹2410.17 lakh has been released to Maharashtra, including subsidies under the NLM-EDP activity, of which ₹2288.08 lakh has been utilized.

(d)  Under  the  NLM-EDP  activity,  the  NLM  Udyamimitra  Portal  has  been  established  to streamline  the  application  process,  ensuring  smooth  submission,  tracking,  and  approval  of proposals.  Additionally,  the  Department  of  Animal  Husbandry  &  Dairying  (DAHD)  has developed an advanced dashboard to promote transparency, enhance efficiency, and enable real-time  monitoring  of  projects  under  the  scheme.  To  support  entrepreneurs,  the  National Livestock  Mission  Help  Desk  has  been  set  up  in  the  state  to  assist  with  online  form submissions  and  address  related  issues.  Furthermore,  an  Entrepreneurship  Development Conclave was organized on January 13, 2025, in Pune, Maharashtra, to create awareness and encourage entrepreneurs to explore livestock-based ventures.

In  the  fisheries  sector,  numerous  initiatives  have  been  approved,  resulting  in  a significant increase in Maharashtra's fish production from 5.61 lakh tonnes in 2019-20 to 6.99 lakh tonnes in 2023-24. Details of the activities undertaken are provided in the annexure.

## Significant activities approved to Maharashtra as under:

- i. Establishment  of 10  units  of  fish  brood  banks and  1  ornamental  fish  broodbank sanctioned for quality brood stock.
- ii. Establishment of 32 Nos of fish/prawn hatcheries for quality seed.
- iii. 282.29 hectares of pond area approved under inland aquaculture.
- iv. Installation of 17,463 cages in reservoirs for fish culture sanctioned to Maharashtra one of the highest units approved to any State under PMMSY.
- v. Technology  infused  activities  like  541  Nos  of  Re-circulatory  Aquaculture  Systems (RAS), 152 units of biofloc tanks,182 ha of area for biofloc fish culture sanctioned.
- vi. 101 Nos fish feed mill/plants sanctioned ensuring quality feed.
- vii. Sanctioned 63 Nos of new deep sea fishing vessels and up gradation of 40 existing fishing vessels towards export competency.
- viii. 110 nos of sea cages sanctioned towards mariculture
- ix. 16 Nos of Ornamental fish rearing units, 32 Nos of Integrated Ornamental fish units (breeding and rearing) and 13 units for Recreational fisheries sanctioned.
- x. 1000 nos rafts sanctioned for seaweed cultivation.
- xi. 4 Disease diagnostic centre and quality testing labs sanctioned
- xii. 182 units of artificial reefs along the coast of Maharashtra towards sustainability.
- xiii. 9  Nos  of  Integrated  Modern  Fish  Landing  Centres at  total  cost  of  Rs.114.26  crore sanctioned.
- xiv. Mallet Bunder Fishing Harbour Proposal of Mumbai Port Trust at a total project cost of Rs. 96.60 crore has been approved.
- xv. 3 units of State of art whole sale fish markets approved.
- xvi. 80 Nos. new ice plant/cold storages sanctioned
- xvii. 863 units of fish transportation facilities (refrigerated, insulated, 3 wheelers) including 269 units of live fish vending centres sanctioned.
- xviii. 47 units of fish kiosks and 13 units of fish value added enterprise units sanctioned.
- xix. 17 units of extension and support services-Matsya Seva kendras sanctioned.
- xx. Sanctioned 107 Nos of boats and nets for traditional fishermen sanctioned.
- xxi. Livelihood  and  nutritional  support  sanctioned  to  2000  fishers  during  fish  ban/lean period annually.
- xxii. Insurance cover provided to about 88,000 fishers annually.
- xxiii. 173  Nos  of  Sagar  Mitras  approved  deployed  along  coasts  of  Maharashtra  as  an interface between fishers and Government.