Shimla, July 11 -- The Himachal Pradesh government has announced an increase in the monthly incentive under the Gaupal Yojana-from Rs.700 to Rs.1,200 per cattle-effective August 2025. The scheme, implemented through the Gau Sewa Aayog, supports registered cow shelters (Gau-Sadans) in caring for abandoned cattle.

Animal husbandry and agriculture minister Chander Kumar made the announcement while chairing the 6th meeting of the Himachal Pradesh Gau-Sadans Aayog in Shimla on Thursday. The meeting focused on the establishment, management, and rehabilitation efforts for stray cattle housed in cow shelters across the state.

Currently, there are 276 Gau-Sadans and Gau-Abhyaranyas (cow sanctuaries) in the state, collectively sheltering over 21,...