{
  "id": 10002345,
  "title": "TTD to upgrade goshalas to global standards with focus on animal welfare",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/ttd-to-upgrade-goshalas-to-global-standards-with-focus-on-animal",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-26T15:04:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/ttd-to-upgrade-goshalas-to-global-standards-with-focus-on-animal-welfare/article71512980.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has announced plans to upgrade its goshalas and animal care facilities to international standards, with a strong focus on animal welfare, hygiene, safety, and improved living conditions. At a meeting with representatives of the 'Vantara' rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation project, TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary reviewed a proposal for the voluntary development of the TTD's goshalas and associated facilities. The proposed improvements include repairs and painting of structures, upgraded gates, protective mesh, better drainage, ventilation, and provisions for feed and water. Additionally, landscaping around the goshalas is intended to create a more congenial environment. Chowdary emphasized the importance of designing the infrastructure with the cattle's movement and welfare in mind while maintaining adequate ventilation, hygiene, and safety standards. The goal is to maximise the production of milk and other dairy products needed for the religious services of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala, while simultaneously prioritising the conservation and welfare of cattle.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}