Livestock Health and Diseases Control
The Livestock Health and Diseases Control (LH&DC) scheme provides free vaccinations against major animal diseases — including PPR (sheep/goats), Classical Swine Fever (pigs), and other prevalent livestock and poultry diseases — to farmers across India. It also deploys Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) that bring veterinary services directly to farmers' doorsteps. Contact your local veterinary office or State Animal Husbandry Department to access these services.
About This Scheme
The Livestock Health and Diseases Control (LH&DC) scheme provides free vaccinations against major animal diseases — including PPR (sheep/goats), Classical Swine Fever (pigs), and other prevalent livestock and poultry diseases — to farmers across India. It also deploys Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) that bring veterinary services directly to farmers' doorsteps. Contact your local veterinary office or State Animal Husbandry Department to access these services.
Full official description
Objectives
To implement Critical Animal disease control programme to eradicate PPR by 2030 by vaccinating all sheep and goats and to control Classical Swine Fever (CSF) by vaccinating the entire pig population To provide veterinary services at the farmers’ doorstep through Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) To assist States/UTs for Control of Animal Disease (ASCAD) by prevention & control of important livestock and poultry diseases prevalent in different States / UTs as per the State /UT’s priorities.
The LH&DC scheme covers a following activities:
- Prophylactic vaccination programmes against various livestock and poultry diseases.
- Disease surveillance and early detection.
- Control and eradication of livestock diseases.
- Capacity building of veterinary personnel.
- Strengthening of veterinary infrastructure.
Critical Animal Disease Control Programme
Peste des Petits Ruminants Eradication Programme (PPR-EP).
Classical Swine Fever Control Programme (CSF-CP).
Scheme Implementation Strategy
State / UT to identify and designate suitable agency as SIA / LDB (preferably same as in NADCP).
State / UT / SIA shall develop further guidelines for implementation of the Scheme delineating roles and responsibilities of all functionaries at different levels.
Benefits
- Free preventive vaccinations against PPR (sheep/goats), Classical Swine Fever (pigs), and other major livestock/poultry diseases
- Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) bringing veterinary care directly to farmers' doorsteps
- Disease surveillance and early detection support
- Improved livestock productivity and reduced mortality from preventable diseases
- Veterinary capacity building and strengthened veterinary infrastructure at the state level
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a bona fide farmer or livestock owner with valid ownership documentation
- Livestock must be used for farming or commercial purposes
- Applicable across all states and UTs through state-level implementation agencies
- No formal individual application needed — services delivered through local veterinary offices
How to Apply
- Contact local veterinary office or the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying in state.
- Get the application form.
- Fill out the application form with required details.
- Submit it to the concerned authority.
- Attach the required documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this scheme?
The Livestock Health and Diseases Control (LH&DC) scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Government of India.
What are the benefits?
- Improved animal health and productivity.
- Reduced economic losses.
- Improved food security.
- Increased employment opportunities.
- Improved rural livelihood.
Who can get the scheme benefits
- Beneficiary must be a bona fide farmer or livestock owner.
- Beneficiary must have a valid livestock ownership document.
- Beneficiary's livestock must be used for commercial purposes.
What activities are cover under the scheme?
- Prophylactic vaccination programmes against various livestock and poultry diseases.
- Disease surveillance and early detection.
- Control and eradication of livestock diseases.
- Capacity building of veterinary personnel.
- Strengthening of veterinary infrastructure.
What is the application process ?
- Contact local veterinary office or the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying in state.
- Fill out the application form and submit it to the concerned authority, along with the required documents.
What documents are required ?
- An application form.
- A copy of your Aadhaar card or other identity proof.
- A copy of your livestock ownership documents.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- An application form.
- A copy of your Aadhaar card or other identity proof.
- A copy of your livestock ownership documents.