Rajasthan University plans health insurance for all students 'Cattle in pitiable condition in 47 dairies of state'
A
report by animal advocacy group on Monday exposed the pitiable
conditions in which the cattle are kept in 47 dairies in four cities of
the state for milk production.
India's beef export industry says it abides by the law of the land and does not slaughter any cows or milk-producing buffalo.
Jaipur:
A report by animal advocacy group on Monday exposed the pitiable
conditions in which the cattle are kept in 47 dairies in four cities of
the state for milk production.
The
report found rampant use of the drug oxytocin for increasing the
quantity of milk. "Most of the inspected dairies have inadequate
infrastructure, poor diet and seek no veterinary assistance," said the
Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations (FIAPO), which
conducted the study. They also found cases of illegal sale of calves for
slaughter.
The
report found that only 57% of cattle owners seek veterinary assistance
in the event of fall in production of milk. They were found to be silent
on animal health issues like wounds, fractures or infections.
"Staggering
87% of cattle are kept tied all the time in unhealthy and unhygienic
conditions in the dairies, covered in their own excreta, and often
suffering from injuries and fractures. These findings are in outright
violation of the existent laws, guidelines and rules meant for the
protection of animal interests," said Timmie Kumar, ambassador, FIAPO.
D
R Mehta, founder Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS),
appealed to the government to take immediate action against these
dairies.
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