Beyond this land, the significance of the Gaumatha can be understood from its veneration in early-developed civilizations. The Egyptian goddess Isis, depicted with the head of a cow, symbolizes curing, healing, and revival. This highlights the basic responsibility of the humans in serving cows as a part of their daily routine.  Unfortunately, this vital Vedic practice has suffered neglect over the years, leading to an unholy and demonic disposition where people are careless about their protection, resulting in uncontrolled cow slaughter. Hence, it becomes imperative that we go beyond mere service and assume the solemn responsibility of safeguarding them. The Indian constitution entrusts the government with the responsibility to prohibit cow slaughter through Article 48 under its Directive Principles of State Policy, yet it is often observed that sufficient attention is not given to this issue due to the influence of appeasement politics.

Nestled amid lush green pastures, Krishna Ashramam is home to numerous cows from different breeds, such as Gir, Punganuru etc. They are allowed to roam freely in open spaces with access to fodder and water. These cows are housed in more than 10 Gaushaalas (Cow sheds) with close and constant attention. At the Ashram, service to the cows runs parallel with the daily religious observances. Every day’s routine is prefaced by the Gaupuja (cow worship). Ashramam is also a source of medication and treatment for sick cattle. Homeopathy doctor Sri Vasudeva Krishna Charan, the younger son of Sri Sri Sri Sitram Gurudevulu, looks after the health of the cattle. As our ancient practice, we leave the milk to the calves. For some indigenous breeds the milk is used for Temple purposes. 

Regular prayers include benedictions for the safety and prosperity of cows with the following invocations: 

గోవధ నిషేధింపడునుగాక ! – Gauvadha Nishedimpadunugaaka! (May cow slaughter be prohibited) 

గోవధ నివారింపబడునుగాక ! – Gauvadha Nivarimpabadunugaaka! (May cow slaughter be prevented) 

గోసంరక్షణ విలసిల్లునుగాక ! – Gausamrakshana Vilasillunnugaaka! (May the spirit of cow-protection flourish)

Making this a living practice, the “Sri Ramadootha Dharmika Sena Vahini ” is entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding cows. On information about any illegal transportation of cows, this team takes necessary action. Cows caught in such cases find their home at the Ashramam.