As Eid-ul-Azha approaches, Bangladesh witnesses widespread cruelty in the transport and slaughter of sacrificial animals despite having clear animal welfare laws. Cattle, buffalo, and goats are often packed tightly into trucks, deprived of food and water, and subjected to harsh handling during long journeys to urban markets. The 2019 Animal Welfare Act and the 2021 Meat Quality Control Regulations mandate humane transport conditions, including adequate space, rest, and prohibition of mixed-species transport, but enforcement remains weak.
Experts note that violations of these laws are rampant, with overloading, tied limbs, and neglect of animal health common across highways and markets. Such practices not only breach legal and religious obligations but also pose risks to public health and food safety. The law prescribes up to six months’ imprisonment or fines for cruelty, yet field-level implementation is minimal.
Veterinary experts and academics urge stronger monitoring, mobile courts, and public awareness campaigns through media, schools, and mosques to promote humane treatment. They emphasize that compassion toward animals is both a legal and moral duty, essential for public health and social ethics.
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