KAKINADA: In Lingamparthi, nestled in Yeleswaram mandal of Kakinada district, a groundbreaking innovation in cow breeding is capturing global attention. The village is now popularly known as Nadipathy Lingamparthi due to the newly introduced Nano Cows.
These Nano Cows, referred to as Nadipathy Nano Cows, are introduced by Dr Penmatsa Krishnam Raju, a Nadipathy practitioner. The Nano breed of livestock has been developed through natural mutation from the Andhra Pradesh-patented Punganur cows.
Lingamparthi has a population of over 10,000. Just 42 km from the Kakinada district headquarters, the village is home to Nadipathy Goshala, where Dr Raju has pioneered the world’s smallest cattle breeds -- Miniature, Micro Miniature, and Nano Cows, with some as short as one foot in height. There are 3,000 Punganur cows, and 3,000 of other three new breeds in Lingamparthi, and all are being reared in about 200 acres of land.
Dr Raju, a dedicated animal breeder, spent 17 years developing these diminutive bovines through natural mutation, reducing traditional Punganur cows from 5 feet to under 2 feet in height.
“I wanted to bring cows back into home, like pets, especially in space-constrained urban dwellings,” Dr Raju told TNIE. These cows, exclusive to his Goshala, are friendly, adaptable, and thrive both indoors and outdoors, requiring minimal maintenance.
“We are newly married. I requested my husband to bring a cow home from Nadipathy Goshala. Now, my husband and me are spending more time with the Nano Cow, which brings us a great sense of peace and happiness,” said Pindi Dhana Lakshmi of Pithapuram.
‘Miniature cows help relieve stress’
Each Micro Miniature cow yields 1-2 litres of nutrient-rich milk daily, with a fat content of 8-12% and high protein levels. With a lifespan of 20 years, they come in colours such as black, white, brown, or multi-hued, and can even travel in cars or live under beds.
The demand for Nano Cows priced ranging from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 10 lakh per pair, has surged after Prime Minister Narendra Modi featured them during Makar Sankranti video, highlighting their cultural and practical appeal.
“This is truly one of the wonders, and valuable assets of our country. This breed cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Spending time with these miniature cows helps relieve stress,” said Jignesh Karmakand Guruji, Khichan, Rajasthan
Lingamparthi farmers and beyond praise the breed for easing livestock management in small spaces. This innovation has not only boosted the local economy in Yeleswaram but also inspired global breeders. As urban dwellers seek eco-friendly pets, these tiny cows are poised to redefine household animal rearing.