Jashpur.  A proud and historic achievement has emerged from the district. For the first time in Jashpur, a Punganur breed female calf (calf) has been born. After the viral photos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a Punganur cow, demand for this unique breed has increased rapidly across the country. At this time, its successful birth in Jashpur is considered a major achievement for the district's livestock development. The Punganur breed

, the world's smallest and most unique breed,
originates from the Punganur region of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh. Due to its extremely small stature and high utility, it is known as the world's smallest cow.

K.K. Patel, Assistant Veterinary Field Officer at the Pathalgaon Veterinary Hospital, artificially inseminated a native cow belonging to farmer Khageshwar Yadav of Godhikala using frozen semen from a Punganur breed bull. The cow gave birth to a healthy female calf. This is being considered an important milestone in the history of livestock development in Jashpur district.

A proud moment for the district
Dr. B.P. Bhagat honored K.K. Patel and farmer Khageshwar Yadav on this achievement. He said that this success is a matter of pride not only for Pathalgaon but for the entire Jashpur district. He further said that this will give a new direction to breed improvement, use of scientific techniques and livestock development.

Benefits of Punganur cow, why is it special?
Anti-bacterial properties in milk
High amount of A2 protein
Low fat healthy milk
Religious and cultural recognition
Market price ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakh
Capacity to give 1-3 liters of milk per day

Due to these qualities, this cow is becoming increasingly popular across the country, and now Jashpur has also taken an important step towards expanding this breed.