Archive · 3 Jul 2025
AJP Demands CBI Probe into Alleged Sale of Gir Cows in Assam
In Assam, there's a controversy over the sale of cows from a government project.
The AJP party wants a federal investigation, alleging that 90 cows meant for a farming project disappeared and were sold to people, including politicians' family members.
This project, started in 2021, involved buying cows from Gujarat.
The AJP claims this is wrong and wants a detailed investigation into how the cows were handled, and sold.
The Congress party has also asked for a probe.
The missing cows and conflicting statements have raised public concerns about transparency.
AJP demands a CBI probe into the alleged sale of 90 Gir cows from a state government project in Assam.
The Gorukhuti Multipurpose Agriculture Project, initiated in 2021, involved procuring 300 Gir cows from Gujarat.
90 cows went missing after arriving at Rangia railway station in April 2022.
The cows were allegedly sold to individuals, including the wife of a BJP minister, an MP, and several MLAs.
The opposition party, Congress, also demanded a CBI probe into the alleged corruption.
- Who
- AJP, Congress, and other individuals including a BJP minister's wife and other politicians.
- What
- Demand for a CBI probe into the alleged sale of Gir cows from a state government project.
- When
- The Gorukhuti project was launched in July 2021; cows went missing in April 2022.
- Where
- Assam, related to the Gorukhuti Multipurpose Agriculture Project.
- Why
- To investigate alleged corruption and irregularities in the sale and distribution of cows.
AJP's Stance
BJP's Stance
Allegations of Corruption
AJP's Stance
The AJP demands a CBI probe citing corruption, misappropriation of funds, and unethical practices.
BJP's Stance
No opposing view was provided in the articles, only the sale by a minister.
- Project Name
- Gorukhuti Multipurpose Agriculture Project
- Cows Procured
- 300 Gir cows
- Cows Missing
- 90
- CBI Demand
- Requested by AJP and Congress
- Involved Individuals
- Including BJP minister's wife, an MP, and several MLAs.
- Location of Event
- Assam, India