

India's Sacred Sanctuary for Gau Mata
Periyar Gaushala is one of India’s largest and most devoted sanctuaries dedicated to the lifelong care,protection and rehabilitation of abandoned, injured, sick, and special-needs cows.
Nestled across our service locations in Khopoli (Maharashtra), Kochi (Kerala) & Sehore (Madhya Pradesh), our Gaushala is a safe haven for 700+ Gau Mata who live here with complete safety, nourishment, and dignity.
For us, Gau-Seva is not charity. It is a sacred duty.
A Unified System of Seva

What We Do
1. Large-Scale Rescue
2. Advanced Veterinary Care
3. Lifelong Shelter for 700+ Cows
4. Zero-Waste, Eco-Friendly Model
Biogas Generation | Organic Fertilizer | Natural Farming Support | Renewable Energy
5. Rural Development


Vision
To create a model cow farm and gaushala that provides shelter for 15,000 homeless cows, while raising awareness about the importance of respecting these sacred animals & providing human care throughout their lives.
Mission
- To protect and serve every cow that comes to us, for life
- To promote cow-based rural development and self-reliance
- To create environmental solutions from natural resources
- To inspire humanity towards kindness and responsibility
Impact we want to create
We're changing society's mindset toward cows, demonstrating they are symbols of abundance and sanctity across all cultures, faiths, and religions. Through our natural cow milk products and education programs, we're revitalizing traditional reverence for these sacred animals.
A Family, Not Just an Organization
Food | Medicine | Shelter | Rehabilitation | Infrastructure
"Every contribution is not a donation - it is a blessing for a helpless life."


Our Certifications
Our Gau Seva Programs

Supporting Cow Welfare Through Education
• Educational presentations to individuals and groups
• Digital outreach through our gaushala website and social media
• Articles promoting traditional cow care and gau seva principles
• Community involvement programs centred around desi cow protection
Creating Educational Materials


Developing Cow Sanctuaries


Traditional Gaupalan
Non-Exploitative Relationship With Cows
Unlike commercial dairy cattle operations, we never discard older non-lactating Gaumatas (mother cows) or male calves. We maintain consistent quality and quantity of food and water for each cow, regardless of milk production. Our cow farm follows natural breeding practices without artificial insemination or synthetic hormones.
Ahinsak (Non-Violent) Milking
We practice “dohan,” the ancient Indian tradition where calves freely feed from two teats while the remaining two provide natural A2 milk for human consumption. This ensures both calf and human benefit from the cow’s natural milk.
Ayurvedic Cow Care
Medicinal Ayurvedic herbs enhance our cows’ health and vitality based on seasonal needs. Our sick cows receive treatment primarily through traditional Ayurvedic methods, using modern veterinary medicine only when absolutely necessary.
Organic Cow Nutrition
Our desi cow and Gir cattle herds receive only organic feed grown at our farm, ensuring the highest quality natural cow milk production.
Vedic Rituals and Music for Cow Wellness
Daily Vedic rituals maintain the divine atmosphere of our gaushala. Devotional music and Sanskrit chants create a peaceful environment that keeps our cows happy and healthy.
Sustainable Organic Farming Using Cow Products
We’re demonstrating alternatives to synthetic fertilizers and pesticides through natural farming methods using cow products:
- Probiotic combinations of buttermilk and Gaumutra (cow urine) improve plant immunity and growth
- Gaumaya (cow dung) compost fertilizer enhances farm productivity
- Traditional synergy between cow care (gaupalan) and agriculture creates sustainable farming systems
Visit our gaushala near you to witness traditional desi cow farming practices and experience the benefits of genuine gau seva.


