Chhattisgarh CM launches Cow-based film ‘Godan’

Raipur | Correspondent: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Tuesday launched the trailer of 'Godan', the country's first film based on the sacred cow, at his residence-cum-office in the capital city of Raipur. On this occasion, the Chief Minister reiterated his government's commitment to the protection and promotion of cattle and announced that the film would be tax-free in Chhattisgarh.

Chief Minister Sai said that the cow is not only spiritually revered but also holds immense economic and scientific importance. He informed that the state government has increased the fodder subsidy for cow shelters from Rs. 20 to Rs. 35 and is also providing financial assistance of Rs. 25 lakh to these shelters.

Discussing the film 'Godan', the Chief Minister said that this 2-hour and 90-minute film will serve as a powerful medium to spread a positive message of cow protection to the masses.

During the trailer launch, he also released the film's poster, the song 'Gau Mata Ke Pranon Ko Bacha Lo Deshwasiyon' (Save the lives of Mother Cow, fellow countrymen), and a gift pack of Panchagavya products.

Produced by Kamdhenu Film Productions and directed by Vinod Chaudhary, the film will be released in theaters across the country on February 6. Ajit Mahapatra, Shantanu Shukla, and other dignitaries from the film industry were present at the event.