Chhattisgarh CM to launch 'Godhan Nyay Yojana' to boost rural economy

In an interaction with Business Standard, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel says the scheme will generate additional income and increase employment opportunities

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel is set to launch ‘Godhan Nyay Yojana’ on Monday. The scheme aims to put money in the pockets of people living in the rural areas and also solve the problem of stray cattle.

Under the ‘Godhan Nyay Yojana’ Chhattisgarh government will purchase cow dung at the rate of Rs 2 per kg. “This scheme will turn cow dung into a profitable commodity,” Baghel said.

The scheme also aims to make cow rearing economically profitable and to prevent open grazing in the state, as well as help with the problem of stray animals on roads and