Prof. Ramesh Chand, Member of NITI Aayog, chaired a key meeting on growth and opportunities in India’s livestock sector, with insights from the Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying. Senior officials from both Animal Husbandry & Dairying and Agriculture division of NITI Aayog participated, focusing on strategies to boost productivity, strengthen dairy infrastructure, and ensure nationwide fodder availability. Discussions also emphasized digital frameworks for insurance expansion, upgrading veterinary education, fostering private sector collaborations, promoting a circular economy, and advancing climate-smart livestock practices.