India's first cow culture museum to open in UP's Mathura
Mathura (UP) (PTI): On the initiative of the Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad, the country's first national cow culture museum will be established on Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University campus 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 confluence of tradition and science will foster a holistic understanding of cow conservation, he said.
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On Saturday, Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad Vice-President Shailajakant Mishra, Divisional Commissioner Nagendra Pratap, District Magistrate CP Singh, Mathura-Vrindavan Development Authority Vice President Lakshmi N, Chief Executive Officer of Braj Teerth Vikas Suraj Patel, Environmental Advisor (of Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad) Mukesh Sharma, and Dr Amit Shukla from the veterinary university inspected the proposed site and discussed the project's outline.
The divisional commissioner said that the museum will display approximately 100 digital and symbolic models of cattle. This will include all major cattle breeds found in the country, as well as endangered species, to provide future generations with a comprehensive understanding of India's rich cow heritage.
A major attraction of the museum will be an exhibition dedicated to cow milk and its products, such as milk, curd, cheese, and ghee. This exhibition will use modern techniques to present the scientific, nutritional, and Ayurvedic benefits of these products.
Additionally, a dairy parlour will be developed on the premises, offering visitors pure dairy products.
The project recognises the cow as a "mother" in Indian culture, highlighting its spiritual significance in the Sanatan tradition. This approach will illustrate that cow conservation is not just an economic or agricultural matter, but is deeply intertwined with religious practices, virtuous lifestyles, and public welfare, the officer said.
He further mentioned that this museum, being developed at the national level following the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is expected to elevate the identity of the Braj region and serve as a milestone in understanding and adopting a cow-based economy with scientific standards.
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Hubballi: Gym trainer assaulted; police say clash due to personal reasons
Hubballi: A gym trainer was allegedly assaulted by a group of people following accusations of sexual assault and ‘love jihad’, even as both families involved in the case traded serious allegations.
According to police, a group of individuals went to the residence of Sameer Mulla, a resident of Vijayanagar, and questioned him over his friendship with a woman he had met at a gym. The situation escalated into a clash, during which he was allegedly dragged away and assaulted. He sustained minor injuries and was admitted to KIMS hospital.
N. Shashikumar said that after this incident, members from Sameer’s side went to the woman’s house, leading to another clash in which one person was injured. “It was wrong for groups to go near houses. We will take necessary legal action,” he said, adding that the incident appears to have arisen from personal reasons. Police have taken some individuals into custody and are investigating the matter.
Sameer Mulla was reportedly thrashed by a group of Sangh Parivar activists and later handed over to police at the Old Hubballi Police Station after relatives of the woman and members of Hindu organisations gathered at his residence in Rajnagar.
The woman’s family alleged assault and threats from Sameer’s relatives at their Vikas Nagar residence.
Meanwhile, Sameer’s family denied the allegations and accused the woman’s relatives and others of assaulting and kidnapping him. His sister said the two had been in a relationship for three years and that the allegations were baseless.
Police said statements from both sides have been recorded, and a detailed investigation is underway. Sameer remains hospitalised, and appropriate legal action will be taken based on findings.
In a video statement shared on social media, the 20-year-old woman alleged that Sameer had given her an intoxicant, recorded videos without her consent, and sexually assaulted her. She lodged a complaint alleging rape and blackmail, which police are investigating.
In another video, Sameer denied the allegations, claiming the video was recorded with consent and that the accusations were made under pressure.
Former Hubballi-Dharwad Urban Development Authority (HDUDA) chairman Nagesh Kalburgi termed the incident a serious matter and urged police to take strict action.
Police said the case involves multiple complaints from both sides, and further investigation is underway.
