Adopt a Cow in Bangalore – A Divine Opportunity for Go Seva
Adopting a cow is one of the most sacred and rewarding acts of service in the Vedic tradition. At ISKCON Goshala, Bengaluru, we offer a unique cow adoption program that allows you to care for both a cow and her calf while receiving spiritual blessings, peace of mind, and the joy of connecting with Gomata.
If you’ve ever wondered, “How can I adopt a cow in Bangalore?” or “What is the process of cow adoption?” – here is a complete guide with all the details you need to know.
Why Adopt a Cow?
In Vedic culture, the cow is revered as a mother (Gomata), because she selflessly provides milk, nourishment, and prosperity. Serving and protecting cows is described in the scriptures as one of the highest forms of charity, known as Go Seva. By adopting a cow, you not only protect her life but also participate in a spiritual offering to Lord Krishna, who is eternally known as Govinda – the protector of cows.
Adopting a cow is not just about supporting her care; it is about reviving the sacred bond between humans and cows, ensuring that they live with dignity, love, and devotion.
ISKCON Goshala Adoption Program – What You Receive
When you adopt a cow at ISKCON Goshala, HBR Layout, Bengaluru, you are adopting both a cow and her calf. The adoption process is unique and filled with devotion:
Adoption through Homa & Charity – The adoption ceremony includes a special homa (fire sacrifice) performed by brahmanas inside the temple. Along with this, you give charity to a brahmana, which sanctifies the adoption process.
Cow & Calf Bond – You adopt not just one cow, but both the cow and her calf, symbolizing the continuation of protection for generations.
Lifetime Connection – Once adopted, the cow becomes part of your family. You are welcome to visit the goshala anytime, spend time with the cow, feed her, and personally experience the joy of seva.
Divine Blessings – According to scriptures, serving and protecting cows removes sins, purifies the heart, and brings prosperity to the family. Every act of cow seva is an offering at the lotus feet of Krishna.
How Cow Adoption Supports the Goshala
Your adoption directly contributes to:
Providing nutritious food and fodder for the cows.
Regular veterinary care and medical support.
Shelter maintenance and goshala upkeep.
Preserving the Vedic culture of cow protection in Bangalore.
By joining this program, you help sustain our 30+ cows, calves, and bulls, ensuring they live with love, safety, and respect.
Benefits of Adopting a Cow at ISKCON Goshala
✨ Spiritual Rewards – Gain the mercy of Gomata and the blessings of Lord Krishna.
✨ Family Seva – Involve your family in feeding, caring, and bonding with the adopted cow.
✨ Personal Visits – You can visit the goshala anytime to spend time with your cow and calf.
✨ Cultural Preservation – Be part of reviving the ancient tradition of Go Seva in Bangalore.
✨ Eternal Merit – Scriptures state that protecting cows ensures prosperity and spiritual upliftment.
How to Adopt a Cow – Step by Step
Contact ISKCON Goshala Bengaluru – Reach us through our website iskcongoshala.in or visit the goshala directly.
Choose Adoption Plan – Monthly, yearly, or lifetime adoption options are available.
Participate in the Homa – A sacred homa is performed as part of the adoption ritual.
Give Charity to a Brahmana – As prescribed in scriptures, charity is given as part of the adoption.
Adoption Ceremony – You will be guided through the full process, after which the cow and calf are officially adopted by you.
Enjoy Go Seva – Visit your cow anytime, feed her, and experience the joy of seva.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How much does it cost to adopt a cow at ISKCON Goshala?
We offer monthly, yearly, and lifetime adoption options. Each adoption directly supports the food, care, and shelter of the cow and her calf. Please contact us for detailed plans.
2. Can I visit my adopted cow?
Yes! You can visit anytime, feed your cow and calf, and spend as much time as you like at the goshala.
3. Is the adoption symbolic or real?
It is very real. You adopt an actual cow and calf, and your seva directly supports their wellbeing.
4. What is included in the adoption ceremony?
A sacred homa (fire sacrifice) is performed by brahmanas, along with charity to a brahmana, after which the adoption is completed.
5. What are the spiritual benefits of cow adoption?
Scriptures say that cow protection removes sins, purifies the heart, brings prosperity, and pleases Lord Krishna. It is considered one of the highest forms of charity.
Conclusion
Adopting a cow at ISKCON Goshala Bengaluru is more than just an act of kindness – it is a divine service, a blessing for your family, and a way to connect with Lord Krishna’s beloved Gomata. Whether you choose to adopt monthly, yearly, or for a lifetime, your seva ensures that cows and calves live with love, care, and dignity.
🌸 Take the step today. Adopt a cow in Bangalore at ISKCON Goshala and experience the mercy of Srimati Radharani and Lord Krishna through Go Seva.
Connect with cows
Without protection of cows, brahminical culture cannot be maintained; and without brahminical culture, the aim of life cannot be fulfilled.
Srimad-Bhagavatam Canto 8: Chapter 24, Text 5 Purport
Amount for Cow Adoption
For a cow for a month: ₹ 3,001
Adopt a cow for 3 months: ₹ 9,000
For a cow a year: ₹36,000
For a cow for life: ₹ 3,25,001
Choose your favorite Breed to adopt a cow:
Gir Cows
The Gir cattle is a famous dairy cattle breed originating in India. It is one of the principal Zebu or Bos indicus breeds in India, and has been used locally in the improvement of other breeds. The breed is also known as some other names in different parts of their breeding tract. Such as Bhodali, Gujarati, Sorthi, Surti, Kathiawari and Desan.
Ongole Cows
The Ongole cattle are a beautiful breed of cattle from India. They are most widely distributed and are bred in the largest numbers in many other countries throughout the world. The breed is indigenous to the Andhra region in the Prakasam District in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India. Like most other Indian cattle breeds, the Ongole cattle are also named from the place name, Ongole. Some people also refer to this breedas Nellore cattle, because this area was once part of the Nellore area. Ongole cattle cattle, especially the bulls are very famous for their appearance.
Malanad Gidda Cows
The Malnad Gidda cattle are a dwarf breed of cattle from India. It is also called Malenadu Gidda, Gidda, Uradana and Varshagandhi. The word Malnad means hilly region and Gidda means dwarf or small.
The breed is native to the hilly, rainy and densely forested Malenadu region of the Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka in India. It plays a very important role in the rural economy of this region by providing milk, manure and draft power with negligible inputs.
Kankrej Cows
Kankrej cattle are a breed of Zebu cattle. They originated from the Kankrej Taluka of Banaskantha district in the state of Gujarat in India. And the breed gets it name from it’s home tract ‘Kankrej‘.
They are also known by some other names such as Wagad, Waged, Wadhir, Wadial, Wadhiar, Bannai, Vaghiyar, Vadhiyar, Nagar and Talabda.
Kankrej cattle breed comes from southeast of the Desert of Cutch in western India, particularly along the banks of the rivers Banas and Saraswati which flow from east to west and drain into the desert of Cutch.
Punganur Cows
The Punganur cattle which is also known as Punganur dwarf cattle originated from the Chitoor district of Andhra Pradesh in southern India. The breed is among the world’s smallest humped cattle breeds.
It is named after the town of it’s origin, Punganur, in Chittor district situated in the south-eastern tip of the Deccan Plateau.
The Punganur cattle breed is on the verge of extinction, with a few animals remaining.
The breed is not officially recognized as a breed since there are only a few animals remaining. Punganur cattle are mainly noted for their very high quality milk which is rich in medicinal properties. Today the breed is pretty rare.
