Uttar Pradesh Government Buys Cow Urine from Farmers as Pilot Project
Uttar Pradesh has launched a pilot project to collect cow urine from farmers at ₹10 per litre, aiming to link cow protection with the rural economy. Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav criticized the initiative.
Key takeaways
- Uttar Pradesh government launched a pilot project to buy cow urine from farmers.
- The project pays ₹10 per litre and aims to support the rural economy and organic farming.
- Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the initiative.
- The pilot is currently active in 15 villages in Bulandshahr's Syana tehsil.
The Uttar Pradesh government has initiated a pilot project to procure cow urine from farmers and livestock owners, paying ₹10 per litre. This program, launched in Bulandshahr's Syana tehsil, aims to integrate cow protection with rural economic development, empower women, and promote organic farming, according to an official release.
The initiative currently involves 15 surrounding villages and collects approximately 500 litres of cow urine daily through local collection centres. The government plans to expand this model to other state regions if the pilot proves successful. Future plans include potentially increasing the procurement price to ₹20 per litre.
Samajwadi Party president and former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav commented on the project, questioning its contribution to the state's goal of a trillion-dollar economy and suggesting it would provide a market for sellers.
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