Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Sadhus Demand Cow as National Mother
A group of sadhus, saints, and common people gathered in Varanasi to protest at the District Magistrate’s office.
They want the cow to be declared the National Mother and for a central law to be made to stop cow slaughter across India.
They have been collecting signatures from people all over the country to support their demands.
The protest was peaceful, with people singing hymns and carrying banners.
They believe the cow is very important to Indian culture and the environment.
They hope the government will listen to their demands and take action.
Hundreds of sadhus, saints, and common people protested in Varanasi demanding the cow be declared National Mother.
They submitted petitions with over 150 million signatures to the government, including 5.5 lakh from Varanasi district.
The campaign, 'Gau Samman Aahwan Abhiyaan,' has been ongoing for six months with over 30 key demands.
Demands include a central law to ban cow slaughter, protection of grazing lands, and a national cow-centric policy.
The protest was peaceful, with participants singing hymns and carrying banners, and was supported by various social and religious organizations.
- Who
- Sadhus, saints, monks, and common people
- What
- Protest demanding the cow be declared National Mother and a central law to ban cow slaughter
- When
- Monday
- Where
- District Magistrate’s office in Kashi (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To ensure the service, protection, and respect of the cow, and to address various cultural, agricultural, and environmental issues related to cows
Pro-Cow Protection
Opposing Viewpoints
Declaration of Cow as National Mother
Pro-Cow Protection
Sadhus and saints believe the cow is a sacred symbol of Indian culture and should be declared the National Mother.
Opposing Viewpoints
Opposing viewpoints may argue that such a declaration could infringe on personal freedoms or secular principles.
Central Law to Ban Cow Slaughter
Pro-Cow Protection
Proponents argue that a central law is necessary to protect cows nationwide and uphold cultural values.
Opposing Viewpoints
Opposing viewpoints may argue that such a law could be seen as an overreach of government authority or could have economic implications.
- Location
- Kashi (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh
- Date
- Monday
- Organizers
- Sadhus, saints, monks, and common people
- Key Demands
- Declaration of cow as National Mother, central law to ban cow slaughter, protection of grazing lands, establishment of a Central Cow Ministry, and a national cow-centric policy
- Number of Signatures
- Over 150 million citizens nationwide, 5.5 lakh from Varanasi district
- Campaign Name
- Gau Samman Aahwan Abhiyaan
- Campaign Duration
- Six months
- Number of Key Demands
- More than 30