Beef Smuggling Racket Busted, 10 Arrested in Himachal & U’khand
In a significant crackdown on inter-state beef smuggling, the police in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand on Monday busted a racket that was allegedly involved in slaughtering dozens of cows in the two states. The operation led to the arrest of around 10 people, and the police are now on the lookout for the remaining members of the gang.
The racket, which was operating under the radar for quite some time, came to light after protests were held by Hindu organizations in response to the discovery of body parts of slaughtered cows in the Yamuna river. The protests were sparked by the finding of the cow carcasses, which led to widespread outrage and demands for action against those responsible.
According to reports, the beef smuggling racket was operating in collaboration with local butchers and meat traders, who would supply the slaughtered cows to meat markets in the two states. The racket is believed to have been active for several months, with the gang slaughtering cows in secret locations and then transporting the meat to various destinations.
The police say that the operation was carried out after receiving a tip-off about the racket’s activities. A team of police officers, led by the Superintendent of Police, was formed to investigate the matter and track down the gang members.
During the operation, the police recovered several trucks and vans used by the gang to transport the slaughtered cows, as well as large quantities of beef and other animal products. The arrested individuals include several key members of the gang, including the alleged mastermind behind the operation.
The police are now investigating the extent of the racket and the number of cows that were slaughtered as part of the operation. They are also reviewing the CCTV footage and other evidence collected during the operation to identify the gang members and their associates.
The busting of the beef smuggling racket has sparked widespread relief among animal rights activists and Hindu organizations, who have been campaigning against cow slaughter and beef consumption for several years. The development has also led to calls for stricter laws and enforcement to prevent such crimes in the future.
In a statement, the Superintendent of Police said that the police are committed to preventing such crimes and will leave no stone unturned to bring the culprits to justice. The police are also conducting raids on meat markets and slaughterhouses in the two states to ensure that no illegal activities are taking place.
The busting of the beef smuggling racket is a significant achievement for the police in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and it is likely to have a deterrent effect on such criminal activities in the region. The development is also a testament to the strong commitment of the police to protecting animal welfare and upholding the law.
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