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Agriculture
Madhya Pradesh CM to release ₹60 crore for gaushalas on Govardhan Puja
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 09:31 AM
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On Govardhan Puja, the Madhya Pradesh chief minister announced a transfer of ₹60 crore to gaushalas to support the upkeep of 5.51 lakh cattle.
The Madhya Pradesh government will mark Govardhan Puja by allocating a substantial fund for cattle welfare. Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that ₹60 crore will be transferred to gaushalas across the state to cover the maintenance of approximately 5.51 lakh cattle.
The allocation is part of the state’s ongoing effort to support livestock owners and improve the infrastructure of cow shelters. Officials said the money will be disbursed through the state treasury and directed to registered gaushalas that meet prescribed standards of animal care.
State authorities expect the infusion of funds to enhance feeding, health services, and overall management of the cattle, which play a vital role in agriculture and rural economies. The move aligns with the cultural significance of Govardhan Puja, a festival that venerates cows in Hindu tradition.
The chief minister emphasized that the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to animal welfare and sustainable farming practices, urging gaushala operators to utilize the resources efficiently.
The allocation is part of the state’s ongoing effort to support livestock owners and improve the infrastructure of cow shelters. Officials said the money will be disbursed through the state treasury and directed to registered gaushalas that meet prescribed standards of animal care.
State authorities expect the infusion of funds to enhance feeding, health services, and overall management of the cattle, which play a vital role in agriculture and rural economies. The move aligns with the cultural significance of Govardhan Puja, a festival that venerates cows in Hindu tradition.
The chief minister emphasized that the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to animal welfare and sustainable farming practices, urging gaushala operators to utilize the resources efficiently.