Farmers' Welfare Year – 2026 launched in Madhya Pradesh: Famous Punganur cow from Andhra became center of attraction at exhibition
Madhya Pradesh: Under the leadership of CM Dr. Mohan Yadav, the Madhya Pradesh government is observing 2026 as "Farmer Welfare Year" with the objective of making farmers self-reliant and empowered. In this context, a special exhibition was organized by the Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department on Sunday at the Jamboree Ground, Bhopal, on the occasion of the launch of "Farmer Welfare Year – 2026".
The exhibition featured Gir, Sahiwal, Tharparkar, and the famous Punganur cow from Andhra Pradesh. The Punganur cow was a special attraction. On this occasion, department officials educated the farmers and livestock breeders present at the event about animal nutrition, animal health, and breed improvement to increase milk production.
More than 5 stalls set up
The Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department set up more than 5 stalls at the Jamboree Ground, through which farmers and livestock breeders were informed about various welfare schemes run by the Government of India and the State Government.
Exhibition of products made from cow dung displayed
An attractive exhibition of products made from cow dung, such as Ram Darbar, Mahakal statue, Panchagavya products, puja materials, and cosmetics, was also displayed at the venue. The department also showcased live demonstrations of the state's famous Kadaknath chicken and various breeds of goats to promote poultry and livestock farming. An exhibition of dairy products produced by the Sanchi Milk Union was also featured.
Special emphasis on self-reliant and self-sufficient cow shelters
The Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department's important Self-Reliant Cow Shelter Policy – 2025 and the Self-Sufficient Cow Shelter Model were also specially showcased, inspiring livestock breeders to make cow shelters economically viable.