Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Stops Convoy After Seeing Man Feeding Stray Cow On Busy Road. This Happens Next

Last Updated:April 12, 2025, 17:05 IST

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta requested him not to not to feed the cattles on busy road as such an act endangers bovines and motorists apart from resulting in food wastage.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s compassion for stray animals was once again on public display on Saturday when she witnessed a car driver feeding cows in the street, prompting her to step out of her car and directly engaged with the person.

Gupta requested him not to not to feed the cattles on busy road as such an act endangers bovines and motorists apart from resulting in food wastage.

With folded hands, CM Gupta asked the cow feeder, travelling in a blue car parked near a central verge, to avoid offering ‘rotis’ on busy roads and requested him to do so at designated places or cow shelters. She said that ‘roti’ is not just food but a “symbol of our culture, faith and respect”.

She further posted the video of her interaction with the man on X and requested Delhiites not to throw ‘roti’ or any food on the road.

“While traveling in the capital today, I saw a man throw bread from his car onto the road – presumably to feed a cow. I stopped the car and requested the man to please not do it again. Roti is not just food for us, it is a symbol of our culture, faith and respect. Throwing roti on the road forces cows and other animals to come there to eat, which not only endangers their lives but also endangers the safety of people and vehicles walking on the road. Food should not be disrespected. If you want to feed animals, please do so at a Gaushala or a designated place. This is a sign of our sensitivity, responsibility and values. I appeal to all Delhiites: Do not throw roti or any food on the road. Feed animals lovingly but responsibly. Respect your culture and keep your roads safe. #RoadSafety,” she said in the post while sharing the video.

This is not the first time CM Gupta has taken up a cause for stray cows.

Last month, her convoy ran into stray cows on Haiderpur flyover in north Delhi, prompting her to step out of her car and ensure safe passage for the cattle.

While presenting the Delhi Budget 2025-26, CM Gupta, who also holds the finance portfolio, made special provision of Rs 40 crore for building a modern cow shelter in the city.