New national institution in Uttar Pradesh blends tradition, science and dairy heritage on a landmark campus.
The Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad is spearheading the establishment of India’s first National Cow Culture Museum on the campus of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University in Mathura, marking a major cultural and educational initiative in the heart of the Braj region. Officials have identified and inspected the land for the site, with preparatory discussions involving senior administrators and development authorities.
Agra Divisional Commissioner Nagendra Pratap explained that the museum aims to showcase the religious, cultural and spiritual significance of cows alongside their scientific and practical value, framing bovine conservation within both tradition and modern understanding. This approach is intended to provide visitors with a multidimensional perspective on the role of cattle in Indian life.
Plans call for the museum to feature around 100 digital and symbolic models of indigenous cattle breeds, including those that are rare or endangered, giving audience members a chance to appreciate India’s bovine diversity. Officials said curated exhibits will explain both heritage and productivity, shedding light on the evolutionary and agricultural importance of these breeds for future generations.
A dedicated exhibition on cow milk and dairy products — such as milk, curd, cheese and ghee — is also in the works. Using modern display technologies, the museum will explore nutritional, scientific and Ayurvedic benefits of dairy goods, making it a rare intersection of livestock education, nutrition science and public engagement. A dairy parlour is planned to let visitors sample pure dairy products firsthand.
Officials emphasise the project’s cultural underpinnings, noting how cows are revered as “mothers” in local spiritual traditions. The museum is envisioned not just as a tourist attraction but as a milestone for education, helping to promote understanding of cow-based economy principles, conservation science and heritage preservation. Developed under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s guidance, the institution is expected to elevate the identity of the Braj region.
Source: The Morning Context – https://www.tmv.in/article/cow-culture-museum-indias-first-to-open-in-ups-mathura-with-dairy-centre-date=2026-02-16
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