Dairy-Based Livelihood Development Programme
(Implemented under CSR Initiative)
Empowering Rural Families Through Sustainable Dairy Farming
Dantan Manav Kalyan Kendra (DMKK) implemented a Dairy-Based Livelihood Development Programme with the support of the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiative of NRL (Numaligarh Refinery Limited), aimed at promoting sustainable livelihoods and economic self-reliance among rural women.
Program Overview
The Dairy Based Livelihood Development Program aims to create sustainable income opportunities for rural and economically disadvantaged families, especially women. Through dairy farming support, capacity building, and market linkage, the program helps beneficiaries achieve long-term financial stability and self-reliance.



Objectives
To promote sustainable livelihood opportunities through dairy farming
To enhance income levels of rural women and marginalized families
To build technical knowledge on animal care and dairy management
To strengthen local dairy-based micro-enterprises
Target Beneficiaries
Women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
Marginal Women farmers (SHGs)
landless families Women (SHGs)
Poor Women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
Key Activities
Identification and selection of eligible beneficiaries
Training on dairy management, animal health, and hygiene
Support for procurement of milch animals
Veterinary care, vaccination, and regular health check-ups
Training on fodder management and clean milk production
Awareness on financial literacy and savings
Support for market linkage and milk collection
Impact
Women-led income-generating activities strengthened
Reduction in economic vulnerability of rural families
Improved standard of living through regular income


