Empowering India’s Livestock Sector: Key Recommendations for Union Budget 2025
As the Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, prepares to present the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 on February 1, all eyes are on the government’s economic priorities and fiscal strategies. This budget will be crucial in addressing both domestic and global challenges, setting the course for India’s economic growth.
Livestock sector of India eagerly awaits the Union Budget, anticipating key policy decisions that will shape the financial landscape and Contribution of Livestock sector in indian GDP. Let’s see what’s the recommendations by pashudhan Praharee for making India Vikshit Bharat@2047 with respect to developed Indian Livestock sector !
Dr. Rajesh Kumar Singh ,Editor-In-Chief of Pashudhan Praharee, shares his perspectives on the upcoming Union Budget 2024, focusing on the livestock sector
To: Hon. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
From:Editor-In-Chief – Pashudhan Praharee
Date:January 31, 2025
Subject: Recommendations for Betterment of Livestock Sector for Viksit Bharat@2047
Honorable Finance Minister,
As we strive towards the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047, the livestock sector plays a crucial role in ensuring sustainable agricultural growth and rural prosperity. We, at Pashudhan Praharee, humbly request your esteemed office to consider the following recommendations in the Union Budget 2025:
- Enhanced Funding for Animal Health: Allocate increased funds for veterinary services, disease control, and preventive healthcare to ensure the well-being of livestock. This will help in reducing mortality rates and improving productivity.
- Support for Dairy Farmers:Introduce schemes to support dairy farmers with subsidies on feed, fodder, and infrastructure development. This will enhance milk production and ensure better income for dairy farmers.
- Research and Development: Invest in research and development for improving livestock breeds, enhancing feed efficiency, and developing sustainable farming practices. This will contribute to higher productivity and environmental sustainability.
- Credit Facilities: Expand credit facilities and provide low-interest loans to livestock farmers to enable them to invest in modern farming equipment and infrastructure.
- Market Access and Infrastructure: Develop robust market linkages and infrastructure for the sale of livestock products. This will help farmers get better prices for their produce and reduce post-harvest losses.
- Training and Capacity Building: Implement training programs for farmers on modern livestock management practices, animal husbandry, and value addition. This will empower farmers with the knowledge and skills needed to improve their productivity.
- Insurance Schemes: Introduce comprehensive insurance schemes for livestock to protect farmers against losses due to natural calamities, diseases, and other unforeseen events.
- Sustainable Practices: Promote sustainable livestock farming practices to ensure environmental conservation and long-term viability of the sector.
We believe that these recommendations will significantly contribute to the growth and development of the livestock sector, ultimately aiding in the realization of Viksit Bharat@2047. We look forward to your positive consideration and support.
Thank you for your attention.
Sincerely,
Pashudhan Praharee