Archive · 5 Nov 2025
Haryana Prioritizes Cow Protection and Natural Farming, CM States
The leader of Haryana, a state in India, says his government really cares about cows.
They are working to keep cows safe, build more places for them to live, and encourage a type of farming that's good for the earth.
He believes taking care of cows helps the economy and that milk from cows is healthy.
The government is also trying to remove cows that wander around and has built special homes for them.
They have many cows being looked after in shelters, and some of these shelters even use solar power.
The money for helping cows has also been increased.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini emphasized the government's focus on cow protection and natural farming.
Initiatives include developing cowsheds, protecting cow progeny, and promoting natural farming.
The CM spoke at the Swadeshi National Godhan Summit in New Delhi.
The state aims to be free of stray cattle, establishing sanctuaries in Panipat and Hisar.
Currently, 400,000 cows are housed in 686 cowsheds across Haryana, with several adopting solar energy.
- Who
- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini
- What
- Stated that the Haryana government is prioritizing cow protection and natural farming, highlighting initiatives for cowsheds, cow progeny, and natural farming.
- When
- Wednesday, on the occasion of the 556th Parkash Parv of Guru Nanak Dev Ji
- Where
- Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi
- Why
- To promote cow welfare, natural farming, and self-reliance ('Atmanirbhar Bharat') as part of the 'Vocal for Local' initiative.
- Number of Gaushalas in Haryana
- 686
- Number of cows cared for
- 400,000
- Cow sanctuaries established
- 2 (Panipat and Hisar)
- Gaushalas with solar power
- 330
- Budget for Gau Seva Aayog
- 595 crore