Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel released the 69th installment of the Godhan Nyay Yojana on June 5, 2023. The Godhan Nyay Yojana was introduced by the Chhattisgarh government on July 20, 2020, to support animal husbandry and turn it into a profitable commercial venture. Chhattisgarh stands as the first state in India to purchase cow dung at Rs. 2 per kg and cow urine at Rs. 4 per liter from cattle owners.
This Godhan Nyay Scheme 2026 has successfully curbed open grazing, resolved the issue of stray animals on public roads, and contributed to environmental protection. This innovative "cow dung to cash" initiative has been active in Chhattisgarh since the Hareli festival. Livestock farmers can now sell cow dung to the government, which is then processed into high-quality organic fertilizer.
Chhattisgarh Godhan Nyay Yojana 69th Installment
Latest Update - On June 5, 2023, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel transferred the 69th installment of the Godhan Nyay Yojana directly to the beneficiaries' bank accounts. A total of ₹21.31 crore was disbursed online. This amount included ₹4.91 crore for cow dung sellers, ₹8.98 crore for Gauthans (cattle sheds) committees, ₹6.29 crore for women’s self-help groups, and ₹1.13 crore as honorariums for Gauthan committee members. The government continues to purchase cow dung from registered sellers and cattle rearers at a rate of ₹2 per kg.
A cumulative payment of Rs. 538.89 crore has been distributed across the first 69 installments for the purchase of dung and urine, as well as support for SHGs and Gauthans. You can view or download the Godhan Nyay Yojana Guidelines PDF for more details.