Gopal Ratna Award Scheme 2026: Honour Top Dairy Farmers with ₹1,00,000 and Recognition
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Quick answer
The Gopal Ratna Award Scheme recognises dairy farmers in Goa who achieve the highest milk production through scientific dairy farming. Selected farmers receive a certificate, memento, and ₹1,00,000 cash prize. Applications are submitted offline at the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services with necessary documents.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹1,00,000 Cash Prize and Recognition |
| Ministry / department | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department |
| Level | State Government (Goa) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Gopal Ratna Award Scheme is an initiative by the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department of Goa to honour and encourage dairy farmers who excel in milk production. It aims to promote scientific dairy farming, reward outstanding contributions, and make Goa self-sufficient in milk. Farmers who meet the criteria can apply through the department for this prestigious award.
Benefits
- Honour with a certificate, memento, and ₹1,00,000 cash prize
- Recognition on Independence Day by the Chief Minister
- Encouragement to adopt scientific dairy farming
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Dairy farmer with extraordinary contributions in milk production
- Member of a registered Dairy Co-operative Society/Bachat Gat/Self Help Group
- Registered dairy farm with the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services
- Resident of Goa for at least five years
- Has produced a minimum of 1,00,000 litres of milk in the previous year with an average of 250 litres per day
Who cannot apply
- No award shall be presented posthumously unless to legal heirs after applicant's death post-application submission
Documents required
- Evidence of membership from a registered Dairy Co-operative Society/Bachat Gat/Self Help Group
- Records of animals, lactation stage, milk yield, calving date, and cattle shed address
- Residential Certificate
- Proof of dairy farm registration with the Department
How to apply
- 1Visit the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, Goa.
- 2Request or download the application form proforma from the department.
- 3Fill in all required details, attach photographs and documents.
- 4Submit the completed application form and documents to the Department's Area Officer.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Gopal Ratna Award?+
Dairy farmers who have achieved the highest milk production in Goa, are members of a registered Dairy Co-operative Society/Bachat Gat/Self Help Group, and meet the other eligibility criteria.
What is the cash prize for the award?+
The cash prize is ₹1,00,000.
How can I apply for the award?+
Apply offline by visiting the department, filling the form, and submitting it with required documents.
Is there a deadline for application submission?+
The scheme does not specify the last date for submission.
Can the award be given posthumously?+
No, except to legal heirs if the applicant dies after submitting the application and qualifies for the award.
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