India is enriched in its livestock resources with a total livestock population of 512.05 million out of which buffalo alone comprises of about 22.23% (108.702 million). Among total buffalo population in our country only approximately 53 millions are the breedable females. Farmers especially in northern India un-doubtly, prefer the keeping of buffaloes as predominant milch animal since it is a triple purpose (milk, meat and draught) animal as compared to that of dual purpose cattle. They are reared mainly for milk production with meat as an adjunct. Buffalo bulls are also a important source of draught power. Buffalo meat have a good dietary value i.e. it is lean and contains less saturated fat compared to beef and pork. Buffalo plays a significant role in Indian economy because it contributed more than 56% of total milk produced in India and about 30% of total meat production in the country. However despite this potential and growth, the sector is not well integrated. 

Keyword: Draught Power; Economy; GDP; Milch; Triple Purpose.