Announces Major Initiatives for Cow Welfare and Livestock Protection
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, January 7–
Haryana Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister, Shyam Singh Rana, reaffirmed the state government's commitment to promoting cow service, livestock protection, and organic farming. During the Gau Seva Samman ceremony in Panchkula, he highlighted several new schemes aimed at furthering these objectives.
The Minister expressed that Haryana has made significant strides in cow protection and animal husbandry. He
said that the state government is dedicated to ensure the welfare and protection of cows and is committed to
fostering organic farming practices through the promotion of cow-based products.
"Cows hold great cultural and scientific value. Their milk has proven beneficial in treating chronic conditions
such as diabetes and heart disease," said Shri Shyam Singh Rana. "The tireless efforts of our cattle breeders
and farmers have contributed to Haryana’s impressive achievement of an annual milk production of 122 lakh
tonnes, placing the state third in the nation. Haryana also leads with a per capita milk availability of 1,105
grams per day, far surpassing the national average of 471 grams."