Dairy Processing And Infrastructure Development Fund (DIDF)
It is launched in 2017-18 with an allocation of ₹11,184 Crores, a Central Sector Scheme under Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, focuses on bolstering dairy processing and infrastructure.
Scheme Overview
Aim:To boost dairy sector
Features
Implementing Agency: NDDB and NCDC, as implementing agencies, drive the Dairy Processing and Infrastructure Development Fund (DIDF) to bolster the dairy sector.
End borrowers: Milk Unions, State Dairy Federations, Multi State Milk Cooperatives, Producer Companies, NDDB.
Step 1: Understand the eligibility criteria before applying
Step 2:End borrower meeting the eligibility criteria must prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Application Process
Step 3: Submit the DPR to Regional office of National Dairy Development Board
Step 4: Once you submit your application, it will be reviewed by the DIDF board.
Step 5:If your application is approved, you will receive the funding as per the terms and conditions of the DIDF scheme
Drawbacks
Challenges in rural dairy processing infrastructure include limited access to electricity and basic amenities, hindering setup and operation of modern facilities.
The Dairy Processing and Infrastructure Development Fund plays a vital role in advancing India's dairy sector, a key contributor to the agricultural economy.
Conclusion
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