Atchannaidu warns against illegal transport and slaughter of banned animals during Bakrid
Andhra Pradesh Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu has warned against the illegal transport and slaughter of banned animals during the Bakrid festival. He emphasized that only certain animals are permitted for slaughter and that violations will lead to strict legal consequences. The Minister also called for public cooperation in adhering to animal welfare regulations during the festival period.
- ▪The slaughter of cows, calves, and camels is prohibited in Andhra Pradesh.
- ▪Only goats, sheep, pigs, poultry, ducks, fish, and non-reproductive buffaloes are allowed for slaughter.
- ▪Violations of animal protection laws will result in strict action under relevant legislation.
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The slaughter of cows, calves and camels is completely prohibited in Andhra Pradesh, Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu said on Wednesday, warning of stringent criminal action against illegal slaughter and transportation of banned animals during the Bakrid festival.In a statement, the Minister said only goats, sheep, pigs, poultry, ducks, fish and buffaloes that are no longer used for reproduction are permitted for slaughter for meat consumption in the State. Any violation of laws relating to prohibited animals would invite strict action under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Andhra Pradesh Prohibition of Cow Slaughter and Animal Preservation laws, he said.Mr.
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