Published 5/22/2026, 5:01:54 AM · Updated 5/22/2026, 6:18:08 AMBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Do Not Sacrifice Cows, Cattle, Camels: Delhi Govt's Guidelines On Animal Slaughter On Eid-ul-Adha Published By, Last Updated: May 22, 2026, 10:31 IST Delhi minister Kapil Mishra warned of strict action against those who violate regulations on animal sacrifice and waste management Image credit: PTI/Representative The Delhi government — led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) — has issued strict guidelines against animal slaughter on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid), which will be observed later in May.
Delhi minister Kapil Mishra warned of strict action against those who violate regulations on animal sacrifice and waste management.
In a message posted on ‘X’, Mishra said the sacrifice of cattle, cows, calves, camels, and other prohibited animals in Delhi is completely illegal.
“Anyone doing or attempting to do so will be charged with a criminal offence, and legal action will be taken," he added.