Gaushalas to be Developed as Gau-Mandirs: CM Dr. Yadav

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has announced that ‘Gaushalas’ in Madhya Pradesh will be developed into ‘Gau Mandirs’ through joint efforts between the society and the government. All necessary facilities will be made available in these Gaushalas and full assistance will be provided for their development and self-reliance. He announced that farmers practicing natural farming in the state will be encouraged and will receive an additional incentive amount apart from the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for their naturally produced crops. The Chief Minister further stated that the state government has decided to ensure organised management of Gaushalas through urban local bodies. Stray cattle wandering in the open will not be confined in cages but will be safely sheltered and properly cared for in Gaushalas.

CM Dr. Yadav addressed the Govardhan Pooja event at the Resham Kendra Gaushala established by Indore Municipal Corporation in Khajuriya, Hatod tehsil of Indore district. He performed the Govardhan Pooja amidst ‘Vedic Chants’.  

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that cow’s milk is like nectar, containing the highest nutritional value. Its consumption eliminates diseases and promotes health and happiness. He said, “The cow provides double nourishment and feeding, both her calf and humankind. In every era and every ashram, cows were nurtured and worshipped. Traditionally, the first bread in every household was prepared for the cow.

Girl ‘Mahak’ Honored for Creativity

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav appreciated the beautifully crafted ‘Govardhan Parvat’ structure made at the venue. He honoured young Mahak Sharma for decorating the ‘Govardhan Parvat’ and awarded her ₹5,000 as an encouragement prize, along with announcing an additional reward of ₹11,000.

CM Visits Akhada at the Gaushala

CM Dr. Yadav also visited the Akhada (Wrestling Arena) built inside the Gaushala, watched a wrestling bout, and encouraged the wrestlers. He said that such arenas would produce wrestlers like Lord Krishna and Balarama. He also announced that modern wrestling mats would be installed at the Akhada.

Urban Administration and Housing Minister Shri Kailash Vijayvargiya urged all public representatives to contribute financially to the development of Gaushalas, emphasising that serving the cow, believed to be the abode of 33 crore deities, is the highest form of religion. He encouraged people to celebrate birthdays by serving in Gaushalas instead of cutting cakes and emphasised making Gaushalas self-reliant through enterprises based on cow dung and cow urine.

Water Resources Minister Shri Tulsiram Silawat said that under CM Dr. Yadav’s leadership, the amount granted per cow for upkeep has been doubled, which will further promote cow rearing and protection. He stated that the Resham Kendra Gaushala will be developed as a model Gaushala.

Mayor Shri Pushyamitra Bhargava informed that the Indore Municipal Corporation is continuously expanding the Gaushala’s capacity—from 630 cows initially to over 2,300 now, with strong public participation. A new hospital with an ICU facility has also been established there to provide medical care for sick cows.

Swami Achyutanand Ji Maharaj praised CM Dr. Yadav’s growing dedication toward cow protection, noting that thousands of cows are being nurtured across the state through public participation. The Resham Kendra Gaushala alone produces 100 to 150 liters of milk daily, including cows brought from other states.

CM Praises Project of Earthen Lamps Made from Cow Dung

CM Dr. Yadav also visited a stall showcasing indigenous Diyas (earthen lamps) made from cow dung. He lauded this eco-friendly innovation as a significant step toward environmental conservation and strengthening the local economy. The initiative received overwhelming public support during Diwali, with around 2 lakh Diyas sold, promoting self-reliance and sustainable livelihood.

The event was attended by Urban Administration and Housing Minister Shri Kailash Vijayvargiya, Water Resources Minister Shri Tulsiram Silawat, Mayor Shri Pushyamitra Bhargava, MPs Shri Shankar Lalwani and Sushri Kavita Patidar, MLAs Shri Madhu Verma, Shri Ramesh Mendola and Shri Golu Shukla, SC Finance Development Corporation Chairman Shri Sawan Sonkar, District Panchayat President Smt. Reena Satish Malviya, Shri Chintu Verma, Shri Shravan Chawda, Shri Sumit Mishra and Swami Achyutanand Ji Maharaj, among others.