Cabinet Approves Extension of AHIDF Scheme for 3 Years.

Government Schemes | Dated: 13 Feb 2026

The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) to be implemented under the Infrastructure Development Fund (IDF) for another three years up to 2025-26. The outlay is Rs 29,610 crore.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • AHIDF incentivizes investments in dairy processing and animal feed plants.
  • It provides a 3% interest subvention on loans.
  • The scheme aims to boost farmer income and export of livestock products.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: AHIDF.
  • Extension: Till 2025-26.
  • Focus: Animal Husbandry Infra.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) has been extended until which financial year?

Correct Answer: 2025-26

🚀 Quick Recap:

About AHIDF

  • Launch – 2020
  • Ministry – Fisheries & Animal Husbandry