CM Punjab Free Livestock Program 2025 Phase 2 Begins: Empowering Rural Women Once Again

The Government of Punjab has officially reopened registration for the CM Punjab Free Livestock Program 2025 – Phase 2, bringing new hope to thousands of deserving women in rural areas. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, this initiative aims to support poor, widowed, and divorced women by providing them with free animals such as cows, buffaloes, and goats to start small-scale dairy farming from home.

What Is the CM Punjab Free Livestock Program?

The Free Livestock Program is part of the Punjab government’s broader vision to reduce poverty and promote women’s empowerment. Managed by the Livestock and Dairy Development Department, it focuses mainly on South Punjab districts, where rural women often face limited income opportunities.

The program not only distributes animals but also trains women in basic animal care, feeding, and milk production. It gives them the tools to earn money from home, support their families, and contribute to the local economy.

Why This Program Matters

This initiative is more than just animal distribution — it’s a pathway to financial independence. By raising livestock, women can:

• Earn a steady income by selling milk and other dairy products.

• Improve their families’ nutrition and food security.

• Gain confidence and take charge of household finances.

• Help strengthen the rural economy through local production.

In the first phase, thousands of women benefited and began earning regularly. After the program’s success, the government decided to launch Phase 2 with a larger budget and more transparent systems.

Registration Details and Timeline

Registration for Phase 2 began on June 1, 2025, and continued until August 31, 2025. Applicants could register either online or offline, depending on internet access in their area.

• Online Method: Through the official website livestock.punjab.gov.pk or the “Asset Transfer to Rural Women” app.

• Offline Method: By visiting the nearest Veterinary Hospital or Livestock Office with valid CNIC and domicile.

All applications are verified through official databases, and final selection is made via a computerized lottery system to ensure fairness.

Eligible Districts in South Punjab

Phase 2 focuses on 12 key districts where rural poverty rates are highest:

Multan, Khanewal, Lodhran, Vehari, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Layyah, Muzaffargarh, Rajanpur, and Kot Addu.

Each district receives animals suited to its environment — for instance, goats for dry areas and dairy animals for irrigated zones.

Who Can Apply?

To ensure support reaches the right people, the government has set strict eligibility criteria. Applicants must:

• Be women living in one of the 12 selected districts.

• Be widowed, divorced, or belong to a low-income family with no male earner.

• Be under 55 years of age.

• Have no livestock currently.

• Possess a valid Punjab CNIC and domicile.

• Have a PMT score below 32 (verified through the NSER database).

• Have enough space at home to raise animals.

Budget and Livestock Distribution Plan

The Punjab government has allocated Rs. 2.5 billion for Phase 2. This budget covers the purchase and transport of animals, vaccination, training, and feed starter packs.

All animals are screened by veterinary experts to ensure health and productivity.

Benefits for Selected Women

Successful applicants will receive:

• A healthy animal (cow, buffalo, or goat).

• A starter feed pack and care tools.

• Training on animal management and dairy production.

• Free veterinary support through mobile teams.

Each woman can potentially earn Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month from milk sales within the first year, depending on market conditions and livestock productivity.

Ensuring Transparency and Preventing Fraud

The government has introduced a digital monitoring system to track each animal and beneficiary. A mobile app helps record animal health, training attendance, and feedback.

Officials warn citizens not to trust any agents or pay fees — the entire process is free of cost. Any suspicious activity can be reported through the Livestock Department’s helpline.

Final Thoughts

The CM Punjab Free Livestock Program Phase 2 (2025) stands as a model of inclusive growth and empowerment. By helping women start their own dairy businesses, the initiative is improving lives, boosting the local economy, and building a stronger, self-reliant Punjab.

This program proves that when women are given the right resources, they can transform not just their homes but entire communities — one cow, goat, or buffalo at a time.