Why do hindus worship cows?

We do not worship cow like a main god. We see her as sacred. For us, she is like a mother. We call her 'Gau Mata' (Mother Cow). She gives so much to us. She gives milk, ghee, and curd. Her dung is used for fuel and fertilizer. She is very gentle and giving. Lord Krishna also loved cows very much. So, we respect her because she is a symbol of life and goodness. We show our thanks by caring for her. It is about respect for all she provides for us.