Odisha Cabinet Approves Bovine Breeding Bill

The Odisha Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has approved the draft Odisha Bovine Breeding (Regulation) Bill, 2026, aimed at bringing cattle and buffalo breeding activities under a regulated system and enhancing milk production across the state. The proposed legislation is expected to be tabled during the upcoming winter session of the Assembly.

Chief Secretary Anu Garg said the Bill provides for the establishment of an Odisha Bovine Breeding Authority to regulate breeding services through registration, certification, quality checks and enforcement of prescribed standards.

Once the law comes into force, registration will be compulsory for semen production centres, semen banks, artificial insemination centres, technicians and institutions offering assisted reproductive services.

The proposed law also restricts artificial insemination activities to authorised veterinary practitioners and registered technicians. It seeks to ensure the quality and traceability of semen, embryos and other reproductive materials.

The proposed authority will have the power to conduct inspections, carry out quality assessments and take corrective action against violations. Penalties will also be imposed to discourage unauthorised breeding practices and the use of poor-quality breeding materials.