The Government of Maharashtra issued a significant Government Resolution (GR) on March 27, 2026, updating the compensation rules for livestock lost due to natural disasters (floods, heavy rains, lightning, etc.). Livestock & Disaster Compensation
📢 Key Policy Changes
The state has removed several previous restrictions to ensure more farmers receive aid:
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No “Number of Animals” Limit: Previously, compensation was capped at 3 large animals or 6 small animals. Now, compensation will be provided for all deceased or missing animals.
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No Landholding Limit: Both small-scale and large-scale farmers are now equally eligible for compensation.
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Poultry Expansion: The previous limit of 100 birds for poultry farmers has been removed. Compensation is now applicable to the entire lost flock.
💰 Revised Compensation Rates (Per Animal)
The following rates are applicable for losses due to natural calamities:
| Livestock Category | Compensation Amount (INR) |
| Large Milch Animals (Cow, Buffalo, etc.) | ₹37,500 |
| Draught Animals (Bullock, Camel, Horse) | ₹32,000 |
| Small Milch Animals | ₹20,000 |
| Sheep / Goat | ₹4,000 |
| Poultry (Chicken) | ₹100 (per bird) |
| Cattle Shed Damage | ₹3,000 |
📝 Eligibility & Required Documentation
To claim these benefits, the animal must have been registered in one of the following:
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Bharat Pashudhan App or the 21st Livestock Census.
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Government Vaccination Records.
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Insurance Company Records.
Necessary Documents for the Claim:
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Post-Mortem Report: Must be conducted by a government veterinary doctor.
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Panchnama: A formal report signed by the local Talathi, Gram Sevak, or Livestock Development Officer.
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Bank Details & Aadhaar: For Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into your account. Livestock & Disaster Compensation
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Witness Statement: If the animal was washed away in a flood, a statement from the Sarpanch or Police Patil is required.
⚠️ Important Exclusions
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Double Benefit Prohibited: If you have already received an insurance claim from a private or government insurance company for the same animal, you are not eligible for this state government compensation.
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Natural Death: This scheme only covers deaths caused by natural disasters (lightning, floods, cyclones), not deaths due to disease or old age.