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Muslim Leader Urges National Animal Status for Cow to Heal Divisions

The national president of the All India Muslim Jamaat has publicly urged the central and state governments to declare the cow the national animal. Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi argues this move would end historical controversies and strengthen social harmony. He bases his appeal on an Islamic Hadith, stating cow's milk has healing properties while its meat contains disease. The leader also advised Muslims to raise cows for milk and avoid consuming beef.

Key Points: Muslim Leader Demands Cow Be Declared National Animal

  • Demand for national animal status
  • Cites Islamic Hadith on cow's milk
  • Links to social harmony
  • Advises Muslims against beef
  • Refers to Yogi Adityanath's film
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All India Muslim Jamaat chief demands cow be declared national animal

All India Muslim Jamaat chief Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi appeals to the government, citing Islamic teachings on cow's milk and social harmony.

"If the cow is declared the national animal, many problems will end. - Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi"

Bareilly, February 3

All India Muslim Jamaat national president Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi on Tuesday urged the Central and state governments to declare the cow as the national animal.

He said that granting national animal status to the cow would strengthen social harmony. From an Islamic perspective, he stated that cow's milk has healing properties and is beneficial for health, whereas consuming beef can lead to illness.

"Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has released the poster for a film titled 'Godaan'. This poster and this film are related to cows. It likely contains stories concerning the preservation, protection, and safety of cows. I demand that the Uttar Pradesh government and the Government of India declared cow as the national animal. If the cow is declared the national animal, many problems will end. If you go through the pages of history, you will find many controversies surrounding cows. Therefore, once the cow is declared the national animal, these problems will end," Maulana Razvi told ANI.

He advised Muslims not to eat cow meat and focus on raising cows to benefit from their milk.

"Let me offer an Islamic perspective. According to a Hadith of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), there is disease in the meat of a cow and healing (Shifa) in its milk. The Prophet's intention and perspective were that the cow should be protected, served, and preserved, that its meat should not be consumed, but rather, one should benefit from its milk. Consume it yourself, and provide it to your family, your children, and the sick so they may recover. I appeal to all Muslims: Raise cows and do not eat cow meat. Drink cow's milk yourself, give it to your children, and give it to the sick for their well-being," he added.

He also appealed to Muslims to adopt and raise cows, promoting peace, health, and social harmony.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While the sentiment for harmony is good, declaring it the national animal is not practical. We already have the tiger, which represents our wildlife heritage. We should focus on existing laws and mutual respect, not symbolic changes.
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Aman W
Respectfully, I appreciate the Maulana's appeal for peace. But the national animal is the Royal Bengal Tiger for a reason. Let's not mix religious or dietary advice with national symbols. The call for social harmony, however, is 100% correct.
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective. As an outsider living here, I see how central the cow is to Indian culture and economy. If such appeals help reduce tensions, that's a positive step. The health argument about milk is universal.
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Karthik V
The real issue is the protection of stray cattle and helping farmers. Whether it's the national animal or not, we need policies that support cattle shelters and prevent cows from becoming a nuisance on roads. That's the 'godaan' we need.
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Nisha Z
Heartwarming to see this message. My grandmother always said cow's milk is like nectar. When leaders talk about shared values like health and family, it brings people together. Hope this spirit continues! 🐄

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