Cattle Markets Empty in West Bengal Amidst Fear of Cow Slaughter Law Enforcement

Cattle markets in India's West Bengal state have become deserted ahead of Eid al-Adha due to fear among traders and the Muslim community following the strict enforcement of cow slaughter laws by the Bharatiya Janata Party government. Traders report that business has come to a standstill, impacting the meat trade and causing financial losses. The enforcement of the cow slaughter law, which requires permission from government officials and slaughter only in designated facilities, has led to a sharp drop in beef prices and the closure of many meat shops.