HC ACKNOWLEDGES OXYTOCIN USE IN DELHI DAIRIES, AND SEEKS ACTION AGAINST IT.
Why in the news?
Banned Oxytocin misuse in Delhi dairies prompts HC action against animal cruelty; authorities urged to tackle spurious usage.
About the Banned Oxytocin Usage in Delhi Dairies:
- Oxytocin was banned in April 2018 for misuse on milch cattle to enhance yield, affecting cattle and human health.
- Recent report raises concerns about its presence in milk supplied in Delhi.
- HC reacts to “rampant use” of Oxytocin in dairy colonies, citing animal cruelty concerns.
- Calls for action against misuse, considering it a punishable offence under relevant laws.
source:slideserve
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