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Agriculture
CM Mohan Yadav allocates ₹382 crore to shepherds at Gwalior livestock conference
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 08:16 PM
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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav transferred ₹382 crore directly to the accounts of shepherd beneficiaries during a livestock fair in Kulait, Gwalior, and addressed the gathering with a flower‑shower ceremony.
Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh – On Saturday, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav presided over a shepherds' conference and livestock fair held at Kulait in Gwalior. During the event, the state government transferred a total of ₹382 crore into the bank accounts of eligible shepherds, marking the latest tranche of the state’s livestock‑welfare scheme.
The CM announced that the funds are intended to support the purchase of fodder, veterinary services and other inputs that can improve the productivity of pastoral families. He emphasized that direct bank transfers eliminate middlemen and ensure that the benefits reach the intended beneficiaries promptly.
After the financial disbursement, Yadav addressed the assembled shepherds, highlighting the government's commitment to the livestock sector and urging them to adopt modern animal‑care practices. The ceremony concluded with a flower‑shower, a traditional gesture of respect and goodwill.
State officials said the transfer will be reflected in beneficiaries' accounts within 24‑48 hours, and a monitoring cell has been set up to track the utilization of the funds. The event underscores Madhya Pradesh’s focus on strengthening the agrarian economy through targeted support to marginal livestock owners.
The CM announced that the funds are intended to support the purchase of fodder, veterinary services and other inputs that can improve the productivity of pastoral families. He emphasized that direct bank transfers eliminate middlemen and ensure that the benefits reach the intended beneficiaries promptly.
After the financial disbursement, Yadav addressed the assembled shepherds, highlighting the government's commitment to the livestock sector and urging them to adopt modern animal‑care practices. The ceremony concluded with a flower‑shower, a traditional gesture of respect and goodwill.
State officials said the transfer will be reflected in beneficiaries' accounts within 24‑48 hours, and a monitoring cell has been set up to track the utilization of the funds. The event underscores Madhya Pradesh’s focus on strengthening the agrarian economy through targeted support to marginal livestock owners.