In a heartwarming display of devotion, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath immersed himself in cow service at the Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur on Tuesday morning. After conducting his routine public darshan and temple worship, the CM made his way to the temple’s goshala, where he affectionately tended to the cows by name.
Yogi, known for his deep spiritual roots at the historic Gorakhnath Temple, began his day with prayers to Shivavatar Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath and paid homage at the samadhi of his late guru, Mahant Avedyanath. This visit underscores his unwavering commitment to tradition, seamlessly blending governance with spiritual duties.
Entering the goshala, the Chief Minister called out to cows named Shyama, Gauri, Ganga, and Bhola. Recognizing his familiar voice, the animals eagerly approached, tails wagging in excitement. Yogi gently stroked their foreheads, showered them with love, and hand-fed them jaggery and roti.
A particularly touching moment came with Bhola, a massive Nandi bull. Yogi first wiped the dust from its body with his own hands before feeding it treats. He instructed the goshala workers to clean Bhola thoroughly with a dry cloth, emphasizing meticulous care. Not stopping there, he even extended his affection to a peacock in the enclosure, feeding it roti by hand.
This ritual of cow service is a staple in Yogi’s routine whenever he visits the temple, reflecting his personal ethos and the cultural reverence for cows in Hindu tradition. The incident highlights the CM’s hands-on approach to sewa, reinforcing his image as a leader who leads by example in matters of faith and animal welfare.
As Uttar Pradesh continues to prioritize goshala development under Yogi’s administration, such personal engagements serve as powerful symbols of policy in action, inspiring countless devotees and promoting sustainable livestock care across the state.