category Regional, chandigarh, , tags Regional, chandigarh, , DW BUREAU Chandigarh Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Animal Husbandry Minister J.P. Dalal said that new schemes are being implemented to increase the income and well-being of farmers and livestock owners in the state. Farmers and livestock owners should take advantage of these schemes. He urged farmers to use nano urea and DAP prepared by IFFCO through drones and promote pesticide-free farming. He said that for drone spraying, a nominal fee of only Rs. 100 per acre would be charged to farmers, and the rest of the expenses would be borne by the government. He emphasized the government s commitment to protecting cattle, evident in the increased budget of the Gau Sewa Aayog from Rs. 40 crores to 400 crores. J.P. Dalal, addressing programs in the villages of Mitathal, Tigrana, Bidhwan, and Sohansara, district Bhiwani today, highlighted the importance of these initiatives. He announced a donation of Rs. 11 lakh to the gaushalas in Tigrana and Sohansara and a tractor for the Mitathal gaushala. The Agriculture Minister also gave Rs. 11 lakh and a water tanker for the Bidhwan Gaushala. He stated that every possible effort is being made by the government to ensure the well-being of farmers and livestock owners and the prosperity of their families. The government has implemented several subsidy-based schemes in animal husbandry, horticulture, and fisheries, which farmers and livestock owners should take advantage of. J.P Dalal said that soon ambulance services for animals will be initiated. The government has already purchased 70 vehicles, and an additional 130 will be procured soon. Once this service is operational, veterinarians will visit the site and treat sick or injured animals with just one phone call in case of injuries or severe illnesses. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, India is experiencing continuous growth. The country is becoming self-reliant and has regained its lost glory and prestige. Today, we are progressing towards self-sufficiency, said Sh. J.P Dalal. (editor dailyworld.in)