Introduction The Government of Rajasthan launched the Mukhyamantri Mangla Pashu Bima Yojana to protect livestock farmers from financial loss. The state announced this scheme during the supplementary budget of 2024–25. The government decided to provide free one-year insurance for cattle owned by farmers across Rajasthan. Earlier, people knew this scheme as Mukhyamantri Kamdhenu Pashu Bima Yojana, but the new administration renamed and restructured it as Mukhyamantri Mangala Pashu Bima Yojana. The purpose remained the same, and the government wanted to secure the livelihood of families dependent on animal husbandry. Many rural households survive only through milk production and livestock income. Sudden death of an animal pushes such families into deep financial trouble. This scheme directly addresses that risk and promises compensation in case of natural or accidental death of insured cattle. The program remains open for all domiciled livestock farmers of Rajasthan. The government gives priority to Gopal Credit Card holders and Lakhpati Didi animal farmers. Selection of beneficiaries happens through a transparent lottery system. Farmers must ensure an ear tag on their animals, because animals without ear tags cannot enter the scheme. Applicants also need a Janaadhaar Card for registration. Under this initiative, the government covers a maximum of :- 2 milch cows, 2 milch buffaloes, or 1 cow and 1 buffalo, or 10 goats, or 10 sheep, or 1 camel. Animals already insured under any other scheme cannot join. The first phase targets 21 lakh animals, including 5 lakh cows, 5 lakh buffaloes, 5 lakh lambs, 5 lakh goats, and 1 lakh camels. The government approved a budget of Rs. 400 crore for smooth implementation. Farmers can register online through its the Official Website of Mukhyamantri Mangla Pashu Bima Yojana. Insurance companies will release claim amounts within 21 working days after verification. Benefits The scheme offers strong financial protection to cattle farmers in Rajasthan :- Free insurance cover for registered animals. Coverage only for animals with ear tags. Priority for Gopal Credit Card and Lakhpati Didi farmers. Selection through a fair lottery process. No premium payment required from farmers. Claim settlement within 21 working days after animal death. This support ensures stability for families dependent on livestock. Eligibility Applicants must fulfill the following conditions :- The farmer must live permanently in Rajasthan. Annual income must remain below Rs. 8,00,000. The animal must carry a valid ear tag. The animal should not have insurance under any other scheme. Cattle age must fall within the prescribed limit. Eligible animals include :- Milch buffalo. Milch cow. Goat. Lamb. Camel. Cattle Age and Pricing Determination Animal Type Age Limit Insurance Value Milch Cow 3-12 Years Minimum Rs. 3,000 per liter per day and Maximum Rs. 40,000/- Milch Buffalo 4-12 Years Minimum Rs. 4,000 per liter per day and Maximum Rs. 40,000/- Sheep (Female) 1-6 Years Maximum Rs. 4,000/- Goat (Female) 1-6 Years Maximum Rs. 4,000/- Camel 2-15 Years Maximum Rs. 40,000/- Documents For Registration :- Residence proof. Aadhaar Card. Janaadhaar Card. Mobile number. Bank account details. Photograph with cattle. For Claim :- Aadhaar Card. Bank details. Janaadhaar Card. Postmortem report. Insurance policy documents. Photograph of dead animal. Process to Apply Farmers and Livestock Owners can apply through online or offline mode. Online Application Procedure Visit the official portal of Mukhyamantri Mangala Pashu Bima Yojana. Click on “Click to Register.” Enter Janaadhaar Number. The registration form appears on screen. Fill all details carefully. Upload required documents. Submit the form without any fee. Authorities verify applications and conduct a lottery draw. Selected farmers receive policy details through SMS. Offline Application Procedure Visit the nearest E-Mitra Kendra.Take help from the operator to fill the form. Provide all necessary documents. The operator submits the application. Confirmation message arrives on mobile. Lottery selection decides final beneficiaries, and SMS delivers insurance information. How to Claim When an insured animal dies, farmers must inform immediately to the officials. Call 181, or Visit E-Mitra Kendra, or Inform the nearest Veterinary Clinic. Veterinary doctor and insurance surveyor inspect the animal. The doctor prepares a postmortem report. Farmers must submit the claim within 21 days with all documents. The surveyor uploads details online, and the insurance company transfers the approved amount to the farmer’s bank account within 21 working days. Important Links Mukhyamantri Mangla Pashu Bima Yojana Official Website. Mukhyamantri Mangla Pashu Bima Yojana Guidelines. Contact Helpline Number :- 0141-2742709. Email :- it.ah@rajasthan.gov.in.