DW BUREAU

In a determined move to make Haryana stray cattle-free, Haryana Government has decided to launch a Stray Cattle-Free Campaign in mission mode across the state, with the first phase scheduled from August 1 to 31, 2025.

The decision was taken during a review meeting by Dr. Saket Kumar, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, with officials from the Gau Seva Aayog, Urban Local Bodies Department and Animal Husbandry Department here today.

This campaign follows directives issued by Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, who had called for urgent and coordinated action to resolve the stray cattle issue across Haryana.

As part of the drive, all stray cattle will be identified, tagged, documented and shifted to registered Gaushalas where they will be provided proper care and shelter. The drive will ensure humane handling and effective management of stray cattle across both urban and rural areas.

Further, Dr. Saket Kumar said that the Animal Husbandry Department will soon establish Gau Abhyaranyas (Cow Sanctuaries) in four districts of the state. These facilities will serve as long-term shelters and will be inaugurated by the Chief Minister.

He informed that in line with the Chief Minister's announcement, the State Government has approved an incentive scheme to promote the rehabilitation of stray cattle from both urban and rural areas into designated

gaushalas.

(editor@dailyworld.in)