India’s First National Cow Culture Museum in UP | 19 Feb 2026

Why in News? 

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced plans to establish India’s first National Cow Culture Museum in Mathura to showcase the country’s rich heritage and scientific understanding of cattle. 

Key Points: 

• Purpose and Vision: The National Cow Culture Museum aims to highlight the religious, cultural, spiritual, and scientific significance of cows in Indian society, blending tradition with modern scientific perspectives to educate visitors.  
  • The museum will be developed on the campus of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.  
• Exhibits: The museum is expected to feature around 100 digital and physical models of Indian cattle breeds, including major indigenous and endangered breeds. 
  • A key attraction will be an exhibition on cow milk and dairy products such as curd, ghee, and cheese, explaining their nutritional, scientific, and Ayurvedic benefits using modern presentation techniques. 
• Tourism: The museum will include dairy parlours where visitors can purchase pure dairy products, positioning the museum as both an educational resource and tourist attraction.  
• Significance: The initiative seeks to strengthen the cultural identity of the Braj region, promote cow conservation, and foster a balanced understanding of cattle’s role in rural economy, agriculture, and heritage.