Our Journey

OUR STORY • OUR PURPOSE

A Journey of Faith, Care & Compassion

Every milestone reflects our commitment to Gau Seva, the preservation of indigenous breeds and the timeless values of compassion, care and well-being.

Shri Leela Gaudham journey beginning in 2012 CHAPTER 01
2012 THE BEGINNING

A Divine Beginning

Inspired by the profound words of Prernamurti Shriji, “Gau nurture us; we do not nurture them,” the journey began with the revered Kankrej Gau.

This was the beginning of a heartfelt commitment to Gau Seva and a deeper understanding of the sacred bond between humanity and Gau Mata.

Four Gir Gau and the 2014 milestone CHAPTER 02
2014 GROWING WITH PURPOSE

A New Chapter of Care

Four Gir Gau joined the growing family, bringing new energy and purpose to the mission.

Operations continued from a rented location in Samoh, Gandhinagar, as the foundation for a more extensive Gau Seva initiative began to take shape.

The first Gaushala at Barkal in 2016 CHAPTER 03
2016 A FOUNDATION TAKES SHAPE

The First Gaushala

The first Gaushala was established at Barkal, on the banks of Maa Narmada in Vadodara. Eight Gau found a home in an area of 2,500 sq. ft.

Shri Lilashahji Gausanvardhan Sarvajanik Trust was established to strengthen the mission. On Akshaya Tritiya, sharbat was distributed to over 100,000 people, while water troughs were placed at more than 300 locations.

Indigenous Gau breeds at Shri Leela Gaudham in 2017 CHAPTER 04
2017 PRESERVING HERITAGE

Honouring Indigenous Breeds

The Gaushala expanded to 5,000 sq. ft., creating more space for care and conservation.

Indigenous breeds, including Swarnakapila, Liladi, and white and red Gir Gau, became part of the growing family, reflecting a continued commitment to preserving India's rich bovine heritage.

Sahiwal calves and Gaushala growth in 2018 CHAPTER 05
2018 CONTINUED EXPANSION

Making Room for More

The Gaushala grew to 7,700 sq. ft., strengthening its capacity to provide a caring environment for Gau Mata.

Award-winning Sahiwal calves from Punjab became part of this journey, adding another important chapter to the conservation of indigenous breeds.

Tharparkar and Rathi breeds and the launch of Gavyedha in 2019 CHAPTER 06
2019 A VISION THAT EXPANDS

Introducing Gavyedha

Tharparkar and Rathi breeds from Rajasthan joined the Gaushala, further enriching its indigenous breed diversity.

Gavyedha was introduced with the philosophy “Richest source of complete well-being,” bringing Panchgavya-based formulations into the wider mission of Gau-based wellness.

Gau Matas and Nandi sent to different regions in 2020 CHAPTER 07
2020 SHARING THE MISSION

Taking the Mission Further

Selected Gau Matas and Nandi were sent to Kerala, Panchmahal in Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.

This milestone reflected the wider vision of extending Gau Seva and supporting the care and preservation of indigenous breeds beyond the Gaushala.

We Care We Cure campaign and community service in 2021 CHAPTER 08
2021 CARE FOR THE COMMUNITY

We Care, We Cure

The “We Care We Cure” campaign expanded the community outreach efforts, alongside free medical camps and the distribution of 100,000 litres of buttermilk.

The initiative also reported 10,000 recoveries associated with Gau-based support, including cases involving severe illnesses and COVID-19. These are reported campaign figures, not a guarantee of medical outcomes.

Gau Seva, Saatvik Ahimsa milk and adoption services in 2022 CHAPTER 09
2022 A GROWING COMMITMENT

Extending Care in Every Direction

The mission continued to expand through Gau Seva, Saatvik and Ahimsa milk, Gau-based products, water trough initiatives and adoption services.

Each effort remained connected to the same purpose: encouraging responsible care for Gau Mata and creating meaningful opportunities for people to participate in Seva.

Shri Leela Gaudham today OUR PRESENT
Today THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

A Vision for Generations to Come

Today, Shri Leela Gaudham continues its mission with more than 125 Gau across an area of 1,00,000 sq. ft., creating a sanctuary centred on care and conservation.

With a continued focus on indigenous breed preservation, Gau Seva and A2-based well-being initiatives, the journey moves forward with the same spirit that inspired its beginnings.

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The Journey Continues...

Rooted in tradition. Guided by compassion. Dedicated to Gau Seva.