Description
Past In Present Agro Sacred Desi Cow Dung Gauri (Go-May Uple / Cow Dung Cakes) are naturally shaped and sun-dried in Satara by Abhang Group. They are intended for havan, agnihotra, puja and other traditional fire rituals. Each piece is prepared without synthetic accelerants, binders or artificial fragrances, as described by the maker.
What is Panchagavya?
Panchagavya is a time-honoured Vedic tradition associated with five cow-derived materials. The terms below explain the traditional context of the maker's work and are not health or medical claims.
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Gomaya: Cow dung, traditionally used as a base for Gauri cakes and ritual fuel.
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Gomutra: Cow urine, referenced in Panchagavya traditions.
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Ghee: Clarified butter traditionally used in fire offerings.
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Dugdha: Milk, referenced in Panchagavya traditions.
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Dadhi: Curd or buttermilk, referenced in Panchagavya traditions.
Ingredients & Shelf Life
Cow dung, cow urine, ghee,herbal powder, honouring the Panchagavya tradition.
Shelf Life: 12 months.
Know Your Maker
Abhang Group, Satara — Desi Cow and Rural Enterprise
Based in Satara, Maharashtra, the Abhang Group works with traditional Panchagavya practices and prepares spiritual-use products connected with indigenous Desi cow traditions.
Their range includes Havan Gauri and Havan Cups, Sambrani Cups and Dhoop, Bhimseni Kapoor and hand-rolled Agarbatti.
Empowering Rural Women from a Small Village
The group provides employment and income opportunities to more than 25 local women. The women help prepare, shape and sun-dry the products using traditional methods.
Village Craft with Careful Presentation
The products combine village-based preparation with clean, durable packaging while retaining the character of rural craftsmanship.
A Customer Favorite at Past In Present Agro
Gauri, incense and camphor products from the Abhang Group are selected for customers looking for traditional materials for daily puja and fire rituals.
“Serving the Desi cow is a way of life that sustains our soil, our air and our village families. When pure intentions guide the work, nature's blessings reach every home.”
— Abhang Group, Satara
Benefits
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Traditional Ritual Use: Suitable for havan, agnihotra, puja and other customary fire rituals.
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Sun-Dried Format: Naturally shaped and sun-dried for convenient handling and storage.
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Desi Cow Tradition: Made in the traditional Gauri format associated with Panchagavya practices.
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Clear Product Information: The listed ingredients, shelf life and intended use are provided above.
Way to Use
1. For Daily Havan & Agnihotra
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How to use: Place one or two Gauri cakes into a copper or clay havan kund. Break into smaller pieces if needed, place a piece of camphor on top and light it.
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Why: Provides a traditional cow-dung cake base for ghee and havan samagri offerings.
2. As a Dhoop and Incense Base
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How to use: Light the corner of a Gauri piece until it smolders. Place it in a brass or clay dhoop burner and add Guggul, Loban or dried herbs if desired.
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Why: Allows traditional resins and herbs to smolder during a ritual.
3. Home Ritual Use
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How to use: Use a smoldering Gauri piece with ghee and mustard seeds as part of your customary home ritual, following safe fire-handling practices.
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Why: Supports a traditional evening puja or Vastu ritual setting.
Storage Info
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General Storage: Store in a clean, cool and completely dry place.
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Moisture Protection: Keep the pack inside a tightly closed airtight container or heavy bag.
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Sunlight Care: If the cakes absorb dampness during monsoon months, place them in direct sunlight for 2–3 hours before use.
