Gau Padyatra From Srinagar To Kanyakumari

Srinagar's bustling commercial hub, Lal Chowk, became the starting point for a 'Gau Padyatra' to Kanyakumari.

The Akhil Bhartiya Gau Sewa Foundation has organised an ambitious 180-day journey to raise awareness about cow protection across India, including in Jammu and Kashmir.

An elegantly adorned 'hybrid cow,' placed near the historic Ghanta Ghar, was worshipped in a ceremonial gesture by ABGSF members, marking the formal beginning of the padyatra.

This event marks a significant change in the atmosphere of Lal Chowk, especially in the post-Article 370 era.

Once considered an area fraught with tension, the square is now witnessing a surge in cultural and social programmes, showcasing the region's transformation toward peace and development.

IMAGE: Lal Chowk hosts a Gau Padyatra to Kanyakumari, here and below. All photographs: Umar Ganie for Rediff.com

Photographs curated by Anant Salvi/Rediff.com
Feature Presentation: Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com