The state authorities on Tuesday issued directives for grand cow worship ceremonies to be organised in shelters throughout the state for Govardhan Puja on November 2. The federal government has requested shelters to “guarantee meticulous preparations to honour and respect cows.”
Govardhan Puja is a competition celebrated displaying compassion towards cows. The state authorities seeks to rejoice Govardhan Puja symbolising safety and respect for cows, a authorities spokesperson stated.
The rules mandate cleanliness, hygiene and entry to wash consuming water at momentary shelters, conservation centres, kanha gaushalas and kanji homes devoted to the care of stray cattle.
Public representatives together with ministers, MPs and MLAs, have been directed to attend the Govardhan Puja of their respective constituencies to emphasize their significance whereas districts officers have been informed to guide a particular cleansing drive forward of the Puja.
Moreover, particular programmes will promote cow service and safety.
The Yogi Adityanath-led authorities additionally emphasises using Diwali gadgets, together with diyas and idols crafted from cow dung, encouraging the market availability of those merchandise.
As a part of preparations for Diwali, a marketing campaign can be underway to guard stray cows in city areas, aiming at fostering public reverence and compassion for cows.
A authorities spokesperson stated the initiative displays spiritual values in addition to the cultural sensitivity of society towards cow safety. By organising such occasions throughout districts on Govardhan Puja, together with cow worship and different religious actions, the authorities is actively preserving cultural heritage alongside animal welfare, the spokesperson added.
