Mira-Bhayandar civic body bans sacrificial slaughter of goats in housing societies
The ruling BJP took the decision through a resolution, which also bans feeding stray animals on roads, on Tuesday, citing recurring disputes between residents during religious events.
The Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation in Maharashtra has prohibited residents from keeping goats and conducting sacrificial slaughters within housing societies, residences, shops, and public roads. This decision, made by the ruling BJP through a resolution, also bans feeding stray animals on roads, in public intersections, schools, hospitals, and playgrounds.
The issue arose due to frequent disputes among residents during religious events. Approximately four months prior, tensions escalated at a Mira Road housing complex when 40 to 50 goats were brought for slaughter, leading to protests by Hindutva activists. In response, civic authorities dismantled the temporary structure for the animals.
To enforce the ban, meat-selling businesses must obtain a no-objection certificate from the corporation; selling meat without one or in open spaces results in a ₹25,000 fine. Vendors are prohibited from displaying meat or animal parts visible from roads and must install frosted or tinted glass. A first violation incurs a ₹25,000 fine, while repeated offenses could lead to permanent license cancellation and criminal charges.
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