On the first anniversary of the tri-monthly ‘Gokalyan’ held by Odisha Go Seva Samiti, speakers described cow as an integral part of Hindu religion and culture and pitched for its conservation, rearing and safety. They said cow is a symbol of peace and prosperity and can save human beings from all disasters. Gajapati Maharaj Divyasingha Dev attended the function as the chief guest and called for all-round efforts for the welfare of cows. Pujya Paramahans Pragyananandaji of the Go Seva Samiti presided. State Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department Joint Director Uma Sankar Patra attended as chief speaker, while Guru Chandrika Krishna of Brahmakshetra Ashram, Cuttack joined as guest of honour.
Among others, who spoke included Swami Siba Chidanandaji Saraswati of Divya Jiban Sangha, Khandagiri, State Chinmaya Mission chief Swami Sadanandi Saraswati, Akhandananda Swami Maharaj of Ananda Kuteer, Sagadpada, Keonjhar and Gokalayan Editor Bhabani Prasad Das. Known cow devotee Dr Umesh Chandra Patri’s wife Prativa Devi was felicitated on the occasion. A bhajan concert followed.