Mere transportation of cows, its progeny not offence: Allahabad High Court
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Allahabad High Court ordered release of a seized truck, ruling that mere transportation of cows within Uttar Pradesh is not an offence under the Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act. Justice Vivek Kumar Singh noted no beef was found and no evidence showed smuggling for slaughter. The FIR was lodged in March 2024 under multiple provisions.
Key Entities
Allahabad High CourtJustice Vivek Kumar SinghUP Prevention of Cow Slaughter ActUttar PradeshPrevention of Cruelty to Animals Act