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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a special action plan to protect stray cattle during the festive season and winter months. The initiative focuses on preventing stray cattle from roaming on roads and ensuring their safe relocation to designated cattle shelters. Stray Cattle Protection Drive
Under the proposed campaign, special patrolling will be conducted around markets, local trading centres, mandis, national highways and state highways. Officials have been directed to strengthen monitoring and ensure better arrangements for cattle protection. Stray Cattle Protection Drive
Special Patrolling Around Markets and Highways
The movement of people and vehicles increases during festivals. Stray cattle on busy roads can also create traffic risks and increase the possibility of accidents.
To address this concern, authorities have been instructed to conduct special monitoring drives. Stray cattle found on roads will be identified and shifted to designated shelters.
Markets, weekly bazaars, mandis and major roads will receive particular attention. The administration will also focus on areas where cattle movement may disrupt traffic.
Municipal Authorities Asked to Remain Alert
The government has directed municipal commissioners and executive officers of municipal bodies to remain vigilant.
They have been asked to monitor stray cattle in their respective areas and ensure regular patrolling around important public locations.
The instructions cover national highways, state highways, markets and major commercial areas. Local authorities will play an important role in implementing the campaign.
Over 1.6 Million Stray Cattle Housed in More Than 7,700 Shelters
According to information shared by the state government, more than 1.6 million stray cattle have been sheltered across over 7,700 cattle shelters in Uttar Pradesh.
The government’s cattle protection strategy also includes better animal care, veterinary services, breed improvement and support for dairy development.
The initiative aims to connect cattle protection with rural livelihoods and the growth of the dairy sector.
Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Scheme Offers 50% Subsidy
Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Minister Dharmpal Singh said the government is taking steps to encourage investment in animal husbandry and dairy businesses.
Under the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Scheme, a 50 per cent subsidy is being provided to promote milk production. The scheme aims to encourage farmers and livestock owners to establish and expand dairy businesses.
Additional Chief Secretary of the Animal Husbandry Department, Mukesh Meshram, said the state’s cattle protection framework includes shelter facilities, veterinary services, breed improvement, milk production, dairy investment and cow-based products.
The latest action plan places particular emphasis on protecting stray cattle during festivals and winter. Its implementation will depend on effective coordination between municipal bodies, local administration and the concerned departments.
