Jaipur, March 11 -- The Rajasthan government has announced that it will introduce a comprehensive 'Gau Seva Policy 2026' aimed at strengthening cow protection, welfare and cattle-based rural development across the state. Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said the proposed policy would give fresh momentum to cow service (gau seva) and cattle welfare initiatives, promoting the growth of livestock wealth while reinforcing the rural economy. The policy is expected to provide support to farmers and livestock rearers and align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of welfare for four key sections - farmers, women, youth and labourers. Officials said the state government has, over the past two years, focused on livestock conservation, promotion and protection. Schemes such as the Mukhyamantri Mangla Pashu Bima Yojana, Rajasthan Cooperative Gopal Credit Card Scheme and Mukhyamantri Dugdh Utpadak Sambal Yojana have been implemented to provide financial and social security to cattle rearers. In addition, registered gaushalas in the state receive a daily grant of Rs.50 per large animal and Rs.25 per small animal, a measure the government says has strengthened grassroots-level cow protection efforts. The proposed Gau Seva Policy 2026 is expected to be formally rolled out with detailed provisions in the coming months....