[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]ANIMAL HEALTH CHECK-UP PROGRAMME
(Animal Health Check-Up Programmes in Tehri Dam Affected Villages of District Tehri Garhwal of Uttarakhand)
BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT
Livestock is part of human life Cows, Bullocks, Buffalos, Sheep, Goats, Pig, Rabbit, Poultry, Horses, Mule etc. form the major segments of the live stock which has a prominent place in the lives of rural people. India especially hilly state is predominantly, an agrarian economy with more that 75% of the population in villages depending upon agricultural, animal husbandry and allied actives for their live hood. Among many livestock related enterprises, preparation and sale of milk and milk products is the most ancient occupation established in rural setting of our country. The history of Indian milk products is perhaps as old as an Indian civilization itself. Our ancestors over the year began to domesticate milk animals and they develop innovative ways to convert highly perishable milk into more stable and long lasting milk products which fetched high income compared to selling directly is the form of milk.
During recent year India has become one among the high milk producing countries of the world. Milk is being produced in abundance. Hence, there is a need to show the people the avenues through which they can earn more profit by converting the perishable milk in to long shelf life products. There is lot of opportunities of people to take of preparation of milk products as their profession and lead a decent livelihood. Cattle are integral part of the Indian way of life. The cow had been eulogized in the past and our ancient books are full of her promise. Cow is worshiped and is held in high esteem. India was once a vast pastoral country where domestic animals were synonyms to wealth. Livestock have been playing an important role in our economy. Dairying has been one of the principle occupations and one of the important sources of our income. It has now been possible to start commercial venture is dairy production, poultry production, meat production in rural area. Thus, animal husbandry has contributed in great way for the national economy.
It is observed that availability of trained personnel with technical knowhow to attend the emergency for veterinary service is very scarce in this region. It is essential that the livestock maintained in a scientific way to enhance their contribution to the economy. Due to lack of health care facilities, feed and fodder, disease control and prevention measures and the geographical condition the people cannot access the Government facilities. Due to these problems the HIFEED organized veterinary health camps in animal husbandry prone area especially in those areas which are affected by Tehri Dam under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of THDC. The outcome of these camps are very enthusiastic as many people of different caste and creed have participated in these camps.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT
• To provide basic information about important aspects of different veterinary animals.
• To provide information on health, nutrition, breeding, feeding, management, insurance aspects to the farmers.
• To provide information about control and prevention of important livestock diseases.
• To administer preventive inoculation and other measures to the veterinary animals.
• To provide free veterinary health check-up facilities and free distribution of veterinary medicines to the animals of the farmers.
COMPONENTS OF THE PROJECT
Initially the HIFEED surveyed the animal husbandry prone areas in the periphery of Tehri Dam reservoir and compiled the data taken from these areas. On the basis of survey data, some places are needier, as the Government has taken the initiative but due to lack of awareness Government programmes have not succeed much. To encourage people and focus to aware people with due importance about livestock management for this the Organization made door to door interaction with the villagers and with the consent of the people organized animal health diagnosis camps in different areas of the region. For organizing these camps the Organization hired services of experienced Veterinary Doctors, Livestock Extension Officer, etc. The experts from the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand have provided veterinary support and services to the farmers.
TARGET AREA AND TARGET GROUPS OF THE PROJECT
The programme was implemented in Tehri Dam affected villages of District Tehri Garhwal. The benefits of the programme are provided to all the cattle rearing families of the area.
FUNDING AGENCY
The project was funded by THDC India Ltd., Pragatipuram, Rishikesh, District- Dehradun.
COST OF THE PROJECT
The project was sanctioned by THDC during the year 2009 and 2010. Total cost of the project sanctioned by THDC to organize the programme was Rs. 4,44,,000.00[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”893,894,895,896,897,898,899″][/vc_column][/vc_row]