## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes an amendment to the First Schedule of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984, as published in the Gazette of India on April 18, 2022. This amendment, enacted under the authority of the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, adds a specific veterinary qualification from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg to the list of recognised qualifications. The key finding is the recognition of the B.V.Sc & A.H. degree from this institution, subject to a specific grant date, thereby potentially impacting the eligibility of graduates from this college for veterinary practice in India.
**2. Introduction:**
The purpose of this report is to provide an informative analysis of the amendment to the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984, as published in the Gazette of India on April 18, 2022. This analysis is based solely on the provided policy text.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* This report concerns an **amendment** to the First Schedule of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984.
* **Core Objective(s):** The core objective of this amendment, as inferred from the text, is to update the list of recognized veterinary qualifications under the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984, specifically by including a qualification from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
The rationale for this specific amendment is likely to formally recognize the Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H.) degree from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, as a qualifying degree for veterinary practice in India, provided it was granted on or after 22nd July, 2021. The amendment suggests a periodic review and updating of recognized veterinary qualifications to reflect changes in educational institutions and standards.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
This amendment focuses specifically on the changes introduced to the First Schedule of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984.
* **Specific Part Changed:** The First Schedule of the Act is being amended. Serial number 89 is renumbered as 90, and a new serial number 91 is added.
* **New Rule/Provision:** A new entry (serial number 91) is inserted into the First Schedule, recognizing the "Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry" (B.V.Sc & A.H.) degree from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg.
* **Difference/Effect of the Change:** The B.V.Sc & A.H. degree from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg, *becomes* a recognized veterinary qualification *but only* if granted on or after 22nd July, 2021. This implies graduates prior to this date may not be recognized under this specific amendment. Previously, this specific degree from this institution was not explicitly listed in the First Schedule.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The directly affected stakeholders include:
* Graduates of the B.V.Sc & A.H. program at Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, particularly those who graduated on or after 22nd July, 2021.
* The Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg itself.
* The Veterinary Council of India.
* Employers of veterinary professionals.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible agency:** The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and the Veterinary Council of India are the responsible bodies.
* **Timelines:** The effective date of the amendment is April 18, 2022 (the date of publication). A critical timeline is the qualification date of 22nd July, 2021. Only graduates *after* this date are implicitly covered.
* **Amendment-Specific Implementation:** The Veterinary Council of India will need to update its records and processes to reflect the inclusion of this qualification, and to verify the graduation dates of applicants seeking registration based on this degree.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The likely intended outcome of this amendment is to:
* Formalize the recognition of the B.V.Sc & A.H. degree from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg, enabling graduates meeting the specified criteria to register as veterinary practitioners in India.
* Ensure that graduates of this program, meeting the specified date criteria, are eligible for employment opportunities requiring recognized veterinary qualifications.
* Potentially increase the availability of qualified veterinary professionals in the region served by this university.
**9. Conclusion:**
This amendment to the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984, specifically adds the B.V.Sc & A.H. degree from Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg to the list of recognized veterinary qualifications, effective for graduates on or after 22nd July, 2021. This change clarifies the eligibility of graduates for veterinary practice in India and reinforces the importance of regularly updating recognized qualifications to maintain standards and reflect the evolving landscape of veterinary education.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984: A law that is being amended in this notification. Specifically, subsection 2 of section 15 is referenced, along with the First Schedule.
Veterinary Council of India: An organization that the Central Government consulted with before making amendments to the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984.
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying: The ministry responsible for the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying: A department within the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, which issued the notification.
New Delhi: The city where the notification was issued.
Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg: University located in Durg, Chhattisgarh; name of university.
Durg, Chhattisgarh: The city and state in India where the College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry is located.
College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg: An educational institution whose qualifications are being recognized under the Indian Veterinary Council Act.
UPAMANYU BASU: Jt. Secy.