Yogi Calls For Economic Self-Reliance Of Cow Shelters, Suggests Cow Dung Paint In Govt Buildings

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised that animal husbandry and dairy development form a vital pillar of Uttar Pradesh's rural economy, offering not just milk production but also avenues for livelihood, nutrition security, and women empowerment.

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE

The CM directed officials to take concrete steps to make cow protection centres self-reliant and advocated the use of cow dung-based natural paint in government buildings, along with scaling up its production.

Chairing a review meeting of the Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Department on Sunday, he called for greater use of technology, investment, and innovation to strengthen the sector.

The Chief Minister was informed by the officials that 11.49 lakh cows are currently sheltered in 7,693 Gau Ashray Sthals across the state, monitored through CCTV and regular inspections. The CM instructed officials to ensure the deployment and timely payment of caretakers, the establishment of husk banks, and an adequate supply of water, green fodder, and bran.