Yogi government has taken decisions like straw bank, CCTV surveillance and fodder system to make cow shelters self-reliant in UP. Those doing excellent work will be honored and cow conservation is being linked to the rural economy.
Lucknow. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken important decisions to strengthen cow protection and cow shelter sites in Uttar Pradesh and make them self-reliant. He said that cow service is an integral part of Indian culture and people doing excellent work in this field should be honoured.
Emphasis on establishment of ‘Bhusha Bank’ in cow sheds, fodder arrangements will be better
In the meeting of the Cow Seva Commission on Saturday, the Chief Minister reviewed the arrangements of all the cow shelter sites. He laid special emphasis on setting up ‘Bhoosa Bank’ in every cow shed. Along with this, instructions were given to ensure the availability of green fodder by coordinating with the farmers and to connect the farmers associated with natural farming with cow sheds.
CCTV and technology based monitoring will increase transparency
The Chief Minister asked to install CCTV cameras in all cow shelters and ensure their regular monitoring. Emphasis was also laid on the use of CSR funds for this. He said that technology-based monitoring will make the systems transparent and strong.
Regular inspection and reporting system will be strict
Officials of the Cow Service Commission and Livestock Department have been instructed to conduct regular inspections.
- Officials will have to travel division wise in groups of 2-2.
- The progress of ‘Bhoosa Bank’ and grazing land expansion will be reviewed
- The report of every inspection will be sent to the Chief Minister’s Office
Besides, statewide inspection and monthly surprise inspection will also be ensured under the leadership of the departmental minister.
Cow protection: the basis of rural economy with faith
The Chief Minister said that cow conservation is not just a matter of faith, but it is a strong foundation of rural economy, natural farming and sustainable development. He instructed to make timely payment through DBT and maintain record of daily number of cows in every cow shed.
7,527 cow shelters in the state, more than 12.39 lakh cows protected
Information was given in the meeting that:
- A total of 7,527 cow shelters are operated
- Of these, more than 12.39 lakh cows are protected.
- 9.89 lakh cows in 6,433 temporary sites
- 1.58 lakh cows in 518 major centers
- 77,925 cows in 323 Kanha cow shelters
- 13,576 cows in 253 Kanji Houses
Under the Chief Minister Partnership Scheme, 1.83 lakh cows have been handed over to 1.14 lakh beneficiaries.
Strong monitoring system through CCTV and control room
7,592 CCTV cameras have been installed at 5,446 cow shelter sites in 74 districts of the state.
- Command and control rooms established in 52 districts
- Process continues in other districts
Focus on development of pasture land and green fodder
More than 61,118 hectares of pasture land is available in the state.
- 10,641.99 hectares of land added to cow shelter sites
- Green fodder was developed in 7,364.03 hectares.
Increasing self-reliance through cow dung gas, go-paint and vermi compost
There are 97 cow dung gas plants operating in the state, which are becoming a source of clean energy and income. Apart from this, self-help groups and NGOs are working towards self-reliance by making products like Go-Paint, Vermi Compost, Go-Deep. Muzaffarnagar’s cow sanctuary has emerged as a successful model in this direction.
Emphasis on animal health and vaccination campaign
Extensive vaccination campaigns are being conducted in the state against foot-and-mouth disease, galaghotu and lumpy skin diseases. Animal health is being improved by providing continuous training to animal farmers.
Model of development and self-reliance with Go-Seva
The Yogi government is developing cow shelters not just as conservation centers but as centers of self-reliance and rural development. Work is being done rapidly in this direction through technology, transparency and public participation.