Cows should be hugged on valentine's day, this will bring happiness; Center asks to observe 'Cow Hug day'

NEW DELHI: Animal Welfare Board of India urges to hug a cow on Valentine's Day. The circular says that the cow is the backbone of Indian culture and rural economy and 'Cow Hug day' should be observed.

The strange argument is that hugging cows makes you happy. This is stated in a circular issued by the Animal Welfare Board of India on Monday. It is going viral on social media.

Move-over #ValentinesDay, Celebrate February 14 as #CowHugDay says- Animal Welfare Board of India pic.twitter.com/g5Nd8O1Djw

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The circular also says there is an overspreading of western culture in Indian society. The explanation given by the officials is that such a call was given to teach compassion toward animals.