Union Minister Pratap Chandra Sarangi has said the Centre is planning to introduce a uniform policy for the entire country to protect stray cows. He said cows can contribute to the economic development of the country.<br />''<br />''Mr Sarangi, who is the Minister of State for Animal Husbandry, was addressing the 29th Indian Veterinary Conference in Bhopal today. He also said that innovation and research are most precious and through innovation in animal husbandry and village industry, the economy can be revived. He stressed the need to open a cow-shed in every house.<br />''<br />''Later, speaking to reporters, the minister hailed the Madhya Pradesh government's announcement to set up 1000 modern cow sheds in the state.<br />''<br />''<br />