An Indian state has banned using a term ‘stray’ for cows as the animal is considered sacred in Hinduism.
The Rajasthan government, in an order, has banned using the word ‘stray’ for cows and other bovines in the state as its use is insulting and inappropriate.
The order said that the use of words like ‘helpless’ or ‘destitute’ should be encouraged for the animal that are roaming on their own.
Rajasthan Animal Husbandry and Dairy Minister Joraram Kumawat, earlier in July, said that cows in the state will not be called ‘stray’ and that the term ‘nirashit‘ (destitute) will be used to call the animal.
The state minister said that the BJP government was working for the protection and promotion of cows and bulls.
Kumawat announced to constitute the Chief Minister Animal Husbandry Development Fund for cow welfare with a provision of 250 crores rupees.
The opposition Congress had earlier blamed the BJP for merely paid lip service towards the state of cows in the state rather than doing anything substantial for their welfare.
