Vadodara Municipal Corporation Initiates 18 Teams to Tackle Stray Cattle Issue
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Synopsis
On February 13, the Vadodara Municipal Corporation launched a major campaign against stray cattle, forming 18 teams to tackle the menace. Initial results raised public concerns, prompting discussions about the effectiveness of the initiative.
Key Takeaways
- Vadodara Municipal Corporation deployed 18 teams.
- 29 stray cattle captured on the first day.
- Recent incidents involved injuries and fatalities.
- Expansion of teams to intensify operations.
- Stray cattle pose significant challenges to safety and agriculture.
Vadodara, Feb 13 (NationPress) In a bid to combat the growing problem of stray cattle, the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) has launched a comprehensive initiative, deploying 18 specialized teams. On the first day of this campaign, these teams successfully rounded up 29 stray cattle from different zones within the city.
This proactive measure comes in light of recent events where stray cattle inflicted serious injuries at a wedding and even caused a tragic fatality. Consequently, the VMC has bolstered its efforts by adding 10 additional teams to its existing eight, ramping up the crackdown on stray animals.
Historically, despite numerous accidents linked to stray cattle, the VMC's actions have often been viewed as temporary fixes, resulting in persistent problems.
On the inaugural day of operations, capturing only 29 stray cattle raised public doubts regarding the overall effectiveness of the campaign. Some locals speculate that prior alerts may have been leaked, enabling cattle owners to escape the enforcement.
Stray cattle represent a significant challenge in Gujarat, affecting both urban and rural environments.
The 20th Livestock Census indicates that the state has around 343,918 stray cattle.
Particularly in Ahmedabad, the issue has been severe.
According to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), they captured 14,844 stray cattle during the 2021-22 period, showing a staggering 79.4 percent increase from the prior year. This rise led the AMC to file 1,084 police complaints against cattle owners who obstructed their operations or attacked staff during cattle impoundment.
In response to the escalating issue, the AMC intensified its actions, asserting that nearly 90 percent of the city’s streets have been cleared of stray cattle. This effort included deploying several teams to identify hotspots and transport unclaimed cattle to shelters.
The presence of stray cattle in Gujarat not only endangers public safety but also disrupts agriculture, as these animals frequently damage crops.
