Animal Husbandry Department

Scheme from the Central Government implemented by the Animal Husbandry Department

1. Control of economically important livestock diseases (salivary/foot-related diseases)
2. Control Programme on PPR (Peste des Petits Ruminants)
3. Vaccination programmes for HS (Ghat-sar), BQ, Lasota, Ranchi diseases
4. National Livestock Development Scheme (1–3)

Under the National Livestock Mission (NLM), applications are invited online for subsidy support
for livestock farmers, farmer groups, women self-help groups, and entrepreneurs.
The scheme aims to improve fodder availability, strengthen the fodder seed chain,
provide quality extension services, and promote research in poultry, goat & sheep farming,
and feed & fodder sectors.

Sub-Missions under National Livestock Mission

1. Livestock and Poultry Feed Development Sub-Mission
2. Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Sub-Mission
3. Research, Extension and Innovation Sub-Mission

The scheme is jointly funded by Central and State Governments. Financial assistance is provided
for innovative research, extension activities, and livelihood support including small livestock units
(goat, sheep, rabbit, etc.), with priority to SC, ST and BPL beneficiaries.

Scheme from Zilla Parishad implemented by Animal Husbandry Department

• Support to Chicken/Mutton Stall Holders (5% Subsidy):
  Implemented through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to ensure supply of clean and hygienic meat.
• Training and Awareness Programme:
  District-level training, literature distribution, and awareness about animal husbandry schemes
  for livestock farmers.
• Dairy Development Support (5% Subsidy):
  Financial assistance for equipment and tools to promote clean milk production.
• Mineral Mixture Support (5% Subsidy):
  Supply of urea molasses/mineral bolus especially from November to May to prevent deficiencies
  and diseases like botulism.
• Livestock Exhibitions:
  आयोजन of district-level exhibitions to showcase high-quality breeds and encourage farmers
  to improve livestock, dairy production, and poultry business.

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 Administrator setup-

District Animal Husbandry Officer, / Co -operative Group Development Officer, / Livestock Development Officer

Awards and Commendations –

Thane Zilla Parishad

ideal Animal Husbandry Award in Dairy Business 2023-24

Mr. Harichandra Nana Raut

Organization Attached Office –

Deputy Commissioner Office, Mulund. Regional Animal Husbandry

Directorate / Commissioner -Animal Husbandry1

 Schemes/Programmes-

 State Government –

Budget Information –

Citizen Charter –

Head of Department

Name –  Dr. Vallabh Joshi

Designation  -Deputy Commissioner, Animal Husbandry and Dairy Business

Email Address- dahothane[at]gmail[dot]com

Address-    Square Fit Holmes, First Mal Plot No 1/2, SG Berve Road, GST Bhavan in front, Wagle Estate

6 Publications –

Title – Yashogatha

Hello! I am a resident of Mrs. Jyoti Sandeep Officer, R.Sonatkke, Ta. Bhiwandi and after marriage, we decided to do dairy business to nurture the family because of the lack of education. Initially we bought native/village buffalo.  Due to the local buffalo, the initial cost is reduced. After that, the number of buffaloes in the herd increased.

After the veterinary officer came home for vaccination, he asked him to take artificial rituals and informed about the Zilla Parishad schemes. According to their advice, I applied for 1 milking buffalo allocation scheme in 2023-24 and it was approved. Due to the benefit of the scheme, our business contributed financially.

• Citizen’s Charter for the Year 2025–26