# Odisha plans gaushalas every 100 km along highways 2026-08-08T23:06:57+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The Odisha government plans to build cow shelters (gaushalas) every 100 km across the state, OdishaTV reports. The initiative aims to provide shelter and care for cattle, particularly stray cows, along major road networks. Officials said the project will be implemented with a focus on rural development and animal welfare. The exact timeline and budget for the shelters have not been disclosed yet. The move follows similar proposals in other states where stray cattle have become a road safety concern. ## Coverage - odishatv.in Tags: animal welfare, cow shelter, gaushala, Odisha, State government Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/odisha-to-build-gaushalas-every-100-km/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/odisha-to-build-gaushalas-every-100-km/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.