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Under the initiative of Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad, the country’s first national museum of ‘cow culture’ will be set up at the campus of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University in Mathura, an official announced, adding that the land for the project has been selected.
Agra Divisional Commissioner Nagendra Pratap noted that the museum will convey the “religious, cultural and spiritual significance of cattle” as well as the scientific utility of cows and their products to the general public. “This unique combination of tradition and science will promote a holistic understanding of cow conservation,” he said.
On Saturday (February 14, 2026) Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad Vice President Shailajakant Mishra, Divisional Commissioner Nagendra Pratap, District Magistrate CP Singh, Mathura-Vrindavan Development Authority Vice President Lakshmi N, General Manager Braj Teerth Ad Vikas Vikas Suraj Parishad) Mukesh Sharma and Dr. Amit Shukla of Veterinary University inspected the proposed site and discussed the outline of the project.
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The Divisional Commissioner said the museum will display around 100 digital and symbolic models of cattle. This will include all major cattle breeds found in the country as well as endangered species so that future generations can have a comprehensive understanding of the rich heritage of Indian cows.
A major attraction of the museum will be the exhibition dedicated to cow’s milk and its products, such as milk, curd, cheese and ghee. This exhibition will use modern techniques to showcase the scientific, nutritional and Ayurvedic benefits of these products.
In addition, a dairy will be established in the area, which will offer visitors pure dairy products.
The project recognizes the cow as “mother” in Indian culture and highlights its spiritual significance in the Sanatan tradition. This approach will illustrate that cow protection is not just an economic or agricultural matter, but is deeply intertwined with religious practices, virtuous lifestyle and public welfare, the officer said.
He further mentioned that this museum, which is being developed at the national level under the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is expected to uplift the identity of the Braj region and serve as a milestone in understanding and adopting a cow-based economy with scientific standards.
Published – 16 Feb 2026 08:54 IST