Punyakoti's Story (Redone) Govina Haadu, Kannada Folk Song/Story in English. Indian Folktale

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Punyakoti's story or Govina Haadu (Song of A Cow) is an extremely popular Kannada folksong. It is also part of Telugu folklore.

Punyakoti finds herself in the clutches of a famished tiger, Arbhuta. Realizing that escape is impossible, Punyakoti pleads with Arbhuta for one final chance to see her son before becoming the tiger's meal. Although hesitant at first, Arbhuta eventually consents to grant Punyakoti's final wish. True to her word, Punyakoti returns to Arbhuta. The depth of Punyakoti's dedication to truth and to doing the right thing deeply moves Arbhuta, ultimately saving Punyakoti's life.

Find the video for the story 👉🏽 https://youtu.be/ON_12DHaEbk

This version of the story is based on the lyrics of Govina Haadu by B. M. Srikantaiah. Find the link for resource used👇🏽

References:

Ankita. (2014b, March 25). Dharani mandala madhyadolage-Punyakoti Original Lyrics by B M Sri ! https://madhurageete.blogspot.com/2014/03/dharani-mandala-madhyadolage-punyakoti.html

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