Pune, India – A groundbreaking study by Animal Equality has exposed widespread cruelty and blatant illegalities in the goat meat industry across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Bihar. The Pune-based animal protection organization documented horrific conditions in 7 farms, 5 markets, and 4 slaughter facilities, revealing the appalling suffering inflicted on goats at every stage of their lives.
The findings include:
Brutal handling by workers – Goats were repeatedly hit, dragged, pulled, and pushed with no regard for their suffering.
Filthy and restrictive living conditions – Many goats were crammed into tiny cages or tethered with short ropes, severely limiting their movement.
No veterinary care – Some goats suffered from old, untreated injuries and illness, indicating severe neglect.
Deprivation at markets – Goats were found tied with short ropes, often without access to food, water, or shelter for long hours.
Dangerous and cruel transport – Some goats were stuffed onto bikes, while others were found dead upon arrival at markets.
Violations of transport laws – The Transport Rules of 1978 mandate that each goat should have 0.16 square meters of space, yet they were crammed into overcrowded tempos and trucks.
Gruesome slaughter methods – Their throats were slit while fully conscious, and their bodies were pumped with air to facilitate skinning.
Illegal slaughter operations – By law, animals must be slaughtered in licensed facilities, yet the study uncovered goats being killed illegally in meat shops and open markets.
“These cruel practices violate the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act of 1960 and multiple regulations meant to protect animals,” said Amruta Ubale, Executive Director of Animal Equality. “Yet, at every facility we documented, these laws were blatantly ignored. The suffering of these animals is not just cruel—it is illegal and must be stopped.”
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