Archive · 17 Aug 2025
TTD EO Highlights Cow Protection at Janmashtami Event
At a special event for Krishna Janmashtami, the TTD EO, J Syamala Rao, talked about the importance of protecting cows because they are seen as holy in Hindu beliefs.
A worship event called Go Puja was held in Tirupati at the Gosamrakshana Shala.
The EO also shared that the shelter is currently home to many animals.
They're also using special technology to breed better cows and are planning to bring in even more cows with help from the public.
TTD EO J Syamala Rao emphasized safeguarding cows, aligning with Hindu scriptures.
Go Puja Mahotsavam was held at Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Shala in Tirupati.
The Gosamrakshana Shala shelters 2,789 animals, including cows and bulls.
Embryo Transfer Technology produced 47 Sahiwal calves.
Plans include adding 500 more indigenous breeds through public participation.
- Who
- TTD EO J Syamala Rao, devotees, and Gosamrakshana Shala staff.
- What
- Go Puja Mahotsavam and emphasis on cow protection.
- When
- Sri Krishna Janmashtami (Gokulashtami), Saturday.
- Where
- Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Shala in Tirupati.
- Why
- To safeguard cows as per Hindu religious scriptures and celebrate Krishna Janmashtami.
- Event
- Go Puja Mahotsavam
- Location
- Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Shala, Tirupati
- Celebration
- Sri Krishna Janmashtami (Gokulashtami)
- Animals Sheltered
- 2,789 (including cows and bulls)
- Technology Used
- Embryo Transfer Technology
