The Andhra Pradesh government has initiated the AP Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi Scheme 2026. Under this program, the state administration will supply sheep and goat units to women from BC, SC, ST, and minority backgrounds. Eligible women aged between 45 and 60 can receive these livestock units through Rythu Bharosa Kendras, supported by state financial aid. This guide provides comprehensive information regarding the Jagan Anna Jeeva Kranti initiative.
Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi Scheme 2026
Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, known for his various welfare initiatives, introduced the AP Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi Scheme. The state government has allocated Rs. 1868.63 crore to facilitate the distribution of 2.49 lakh sheep and goat units. Each individual unit consists of 14 sheep or goats.
Beneficiaries of AP Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi Scheme
The program focuses on providing livestock units to women from the following social groups:
- Backward Classes (BC)
- Scheduled Castes (SC)
- Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Minority communities
To qualify, women from these categories must be between 45 and 60 years of age to receive livestock through their local RBKs.
Assistance Amount in Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi Yojana
Under the 2026 scheme, the total financial support is capped at Rs. 75,000 per female beneficiary. This budget covers insurance and transportation expenses. Details regarding specific livestock breeds and other beneficiary information follow below.
Species of Sheep / Goat in AP Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi Scheme
Beneficiaries are eligible to choose from several specific breeds of livestock:
- Nellore Brown
- Macharla Brown
- Vizianagaram varieties
- Black Bengal goats
- Indigenous breeds
Each eligible woman will receive one unit of livestock under this scheme. The government has partnered with Allana Foods to manage the supply chain for these animals.
3 Phase Implementation of Sheeps / Goats Distribution Scheme
The state government aims to boost self-employment for underprivileged women through this initiative. A strict, transparent procurement and distribution system has been established to prevent corruption. The rollout is scheduled across three phases:
- Phase 1: Providing 20,000 units in the first stage.
- Phase 2: Providing 1,30,000 units in the second stage.
- Phase 3: Providing 99,000 units in the final stage.
The scheme was inaugurated by CM YS Jagan via video conference on December 10, 2020. For further updates, please visit the official portal at https://www.ap.gov.in/