The
cow has long been revered as a sacred symbol of maternal generosity in the
Hindu tradition. With the view of keeping this belief alive, Sri Jain Goshala
is an establishment in Vellore that is committed to the rescue and care of aged
and maimed cows that have been marked for the slaughterhouse.
Care
for such abandoned cows includes medical attention, nutritious fodder and safe,
sanitary shelters. The rescued cattle are segregated into maimed or injured
animals, milk producing cows and buffalo, and are housed in separate shelters.
Some
of the milk that is collected from the cows is boiled and supplied to the
nearby school for the blind. They also supply curds (yogurt) produced at the
shelter to a home for the elderly.
Every
morning, a wholesome porridge is prepared and served to those afflicted with
leprosy.
The
organization actively promotes humane treatment of animals, and awards prizes
to children for putting such principles into practice.
The
Goshala was started 22 years ago by Rukji Kanhaiyalal with 27 animals housed in
2 acres of land that belonged to Kanhaiyalal's mother. Now, the Goshala is a
thriving shelter for over 450 cows, and is being run by the founder's son, Mr.
Rajesh Kumar.
Contact:
419,
main bazaar,
Vellore
– 632004
Ph:
0416-2223094
Mobile:
9843087494
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