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Ahmedabad, Oct 19 (IANS) Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat stressed on the role of indigenous cow in environmental protection and public health during a program focused on cow worship, cow promotion and desi cow-based natural farming during a gathering at Nageshwar Kalyan Shakti Dham in Hirapur village in Ahmedabad district on Sunday.
Recalling the legacy of Devrishi Kallaji Rathod, the cow devotee and warrior of Rajasthan, the Governor highlighted that Rathod’s dedication towards cow protection continues to inspire generations.
Established in 2005 in his memory, the Nageshwar Kalyan Shakti Dham Trust has since evolved into a center for cow conservation, religious, spiritual and social upliftment.
Speaking on the occasion, Governor Devvrat described the indigenous cow as the most beneficial animal on earth, revered as the “Mother of the World” in ancient texts.
He cited studies from Australia and New Zealand that classified Indian desi cow milk as A2 and foreign cow milk as A1, concluding that A2 milk is “amrit-like” (nectar-like) and rich in essential health-promoting properties.
He said that consumption of desi cow’s milk increases the cognitive ability of children.
Apart from milk, cow dung and urine contain many beneficial microorganisms that are important for natural farming practices.
The Governor also discussed the decline in cow population and said that at one time the number of cows in India was ten times more than humans.
“Today, non-milking cows often put a financial burden on farmers. To support cow farmers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promoted the scientific use of technology, which has increased the chances of calf birth from cows,” he said.
Highlighting the dangers of chemical fertilizers, Governor Devvrat advocated desi cow-based natural farming and stressed on its benefits for soil fertility, environment protection and human health.
Research from four agricultural universities in Gujarat indicates that natural farming maintains crop yields while enriching soil nutrients and conserving water and the environment.
The program also included insights from Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s provincial Sanghchalak Bharat Patel, who encouraged the youth to adopt cow-based lifestyle and urged the establishment of cow hostels and research initiatives.
Mahalandleshwar Akhileshdasji Maharaj praised the ongoing cow conservation efforts and highlighted the spiritual significance of cow worship in Indian scriptures, and called on citizens to actively participate in cow service initiatives.
–IANS
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