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How Rajaram transformed his life through goat farming in Sultanpur.
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News18•18-10-2026, 21:16
How Rajaram transformed his life through goat farming in Sultanpur.
  • •Rajaram from Paliagolpur village in Sultanpur has been successfully doing goat farming for the last 20 years.
  • •Starting with limited resources and a few goats, he now owns more than 50 goats.
  • •He funded his children's education and successfully secured their future through the income generated from goat farming.
  • •Rajaram emphasizes that proper diet, clean living space, and timely medical care are essential for success in this business.

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Rajaram started goat farming about 20 years ago with just a few goats and limited resources. Through patience, hard work, and gaining experience over the years, he gradually expanded his business and now owns more than 50 goats.

Having passed high school in 1983 and facing poor financial conditions, Rajaram used the steady income generated from his goat farming business to successfully fund his children's education, resulting in two of them being employed.

Rajaram highlights that the biggest challenge is dealing with goat illnesses, as even a single sick goat can impact the entire business. Proper care requires maintaining clean living spaces, providing adequate fodder and fresh water, and keeping a constant watch on their health and diet.