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The government in Madhya Pradesh is planning to levy a cess to raise money for the welfare of the cow.

Highlights

• This move will help cow-keepers and cowsheds to flourish.
• Cow dung has many applications and can also help in protecting the environment.
• Use of 'gaukasht' (cylindrical pieces made from cow dung) attracts a good rainfall.
• 'Gaukashts' also save wood and thus environment, and its usage should be promoted in burning 'holikas' during Holi festival.
• The 'gau cabinet' or 'Cow Cabinet' has been set up for the protection of cows in the state.
• The Animal husbandry, Forest, Panchayat, Rural Development, Home and Farmer Welfare departments are part of the 'Cow Cabinet.
• A law will be enacted to run cowsheds in the state.

Source: The Hindu