Launch of India's 21st Livestock Census

This chapter covers the initiation of India's 21st Livestock Census, overseen by the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, focusing on the data collection process from October 2024 to February 2025. It highlights the census's significance in capturing essential information about livestock and its impact on the economy and rural livelihoods, with new approaches to data collection including digital tools. Additionally, the chapter discusses advancements in the census methodology and its implications for government policies and the livestock sector's future.