Maharashtra Grants Agricultural Status to Livestock & Poultry Farming

On July 11, 2025, the Maharashtra Cabinet approved a historic policy decision to grant agricultural status to livestock and poultry farming, making Maharashtra the first Indian state to do so.

  • Livestock and poultry—though vital to rural livelihoods—were labelled as “allied activities,” which excluded them from core benefits like subsidized electricity, tax exemptions, and formal credit.
  • Poultry farmers will now enjoy lower electricity tariffs, drastically cutting down operating costs of broiler units, hatcheries, and sheds.
  • Access to Kisan Credit Cards, low-interest agricultural loans, and subsidized solar equipment will enable farmers to scale operations, invest in quality feed, and adopt ....
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