The Economic Times

Suvendu Adhikari tightens cattle slaughter rules, cracks down on illegal markets in Bengal

The Suvendu Adhikari government has enforced strict regulations on animal slaughter in West Bengal, mandating compliance with the 1950 Act. The order prohibits public slaughter and requires a fitness certificate for animals, with violations punishable by jail time and fines. Additionally, authorities are cracking down on illegal cattle markets and unauthorized slaughterhouses.