Gorakhpur,

Nov 09 (HS): Yogi Adityanath, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, celebrated

Govardhan Puja at Gorakhpur's Shri Gorakhnath Mandir, following ancient

traditions. Following the temple rituals, CM Yogi went to the gaushala and did

Gau Seva by giving bananas, jaggery (gur), and fodder to the cows and calves.

He conveyed Govardhan Puja wishes to the state's people, highlighting the need

of safeguarding cows, strengthening cattle breeds, supporting local gaushalas,

and trying to help livestock producers succeed.

He

also mentioned how Govardhan Yojana scheme (such as compressed biogas and

ethanol generation from cow manure) are helping farmers earn more money while simultaneously

driving the state toward net-zero carbon targets. He underlined that the cow

and Govansh (bovine offspring) are the foundation of India's wealth and

agricultural culture, portraying them as an important gift rather than simply

animals. During the event, he emphasized the state government's continuous

efforts to sustain over 16 million (16 lakh) cattle in Uttar Pradesh's more

than 7,700 cow shelters.

In

a post on X, he stated, “In a tradition where sincere efforts are made to

protect and nurture cows and other bovine animals, happiness and prosperity

will naturally follow. Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the

people of the state and cattle herders on the sacred festival of Govardhan

Puja.”

“Today,

I performed Govardhan Puja with due rituals at @GorakhnathMndr, praying for

everyone’s well-being, prosperity and peace. On this occasion, I also had the

good fortune to serve Mother Cow. May the blessings of Lord Krishna, the master

of yoga, and Mother Cow remain with us all,” he added.

“Heartfelt

congratulations and best wishes to all devotees and the people of the state on

the sacred festival of Govardhan Puja. This festival inspires us to protect

nature, care for cows, and foster compassion and empathy for all living beings.

I pray to Lord Shri Krishna that happiness, prosperity and well-being may grace

everyone’s life, and that goodwill and a spirit of universal welfare may be

strengthened in society,” he mentioned in earlier post on X.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi