'Punyakoti Dattu Yojane' for adopting cows at gaushalas has begun: CM Bommai

‎Bengaluru: The‎‎ ‘Punyakoti Dattu Yojane’ has been launched for adopting cows at cow shelters (Gaushalas) by paying Rs 11,000 annually, said  Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said.

He was speaking at an event organized by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services here on Saturday.

The Chief Minister said that he used to celebrate his birthday by visiting orphanages and charity events for children. This time, he said, he had adopted 11 cattle on his birthday.

The scheme had been announced during the maiden budget speech of the CM on March 4. It aims to encourage public and the private institutions to adopt a cow at cow shelters (Goshalas) by paying an annual fee of Rs 11,000.

“There are lakhs of people who worship cows as Gau Mata. The scheme will help in the maintenance of Gaushalas and cattle. The scheme has been formulated with the positive step to provide relief for the management of aged cows,” he added.