Inauguration of the Integrated Web Application Created for the Application of Camel Protection Scheme | 10 Feb 2023

Why In News?

On February 9, 2023, Rajasthan Animal Husbandry Minister Lalchand Kataria launched the integrated web application created for the application of the Ustra Conservation Scheme at Pant Krishi Bhawan Jaipur.

Key points

  • It is noteworthy that the Chief Minister had announced the 'Dust Conservation Scheme' in the last budget, taking serious note of the declining number of camels.
  • The 'Rat Protection Scheme' has been implemented by the State Government for the promotion of camel, under which an incentive of Rs. on birth of toads to encourage camel breeding 5000-5000 will be given to the cattle rearer in two instalments.
  • In the protection scheme and web application, provision has been made for registration of camel farmers, tagging of camels and toads by veterinary doctors and district level financial approval.
  • Camel farmers can register toddies born on or after November 1 under the scheme till February 28, 2023. This registration can be done through the online application.