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West Bengal makes fit certificate mandatory before animal slaughter under new crackdown rules
Politics
Published on 14 May 2026
Slaughter without approval could land offenders in prison
West Bengal has rolled out new guidelines tightening controls on animal slaughter. Authorities now require animals to have a “fit certificate” before they can be slaughtered, and slaughter in public places is prohibited. The rules, aligned with court directions and existing laws, provide for penalties including imprisonment and fines to curb illegal and inhumane practices.
- Fit certificate is now required before any animal slaughter
- Slaughter in public places has been strictly barred
- Rules are based on court orders and existing laws
- Violations may lead to imprisonment or fines
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