India's first national cow culture museum to open in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura

Exam-focused facts from the 17 February 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad will establish the national cow culture museum at Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University in Mathura.
The museum will display approximately 100 digital and symbolic models of cattle including all major breeds and endangered species.
An exhibition dedicated to cow milk and its products will present scientific, nutritional, and Ayurvedic benefits using modern techniques.
A dairy parlour will offer visitors pure dairy products on the museum premises.
The project follows directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and aims to elevate the identity of the Braj region.