The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying in India has withdrawn a draft Live-stock and Live-stock Products (Importation and Exportation) Bill after facing backlash from various groups expressing concerns related to animal welfare. The draft bill, which aimed to regulate the export of live animals from the country, was released on June 7, 2023 and the ministry sought public comments and suggestions. However, animal rights activists and other groups raised their concerns, prompting the ministry to withdraw the bill and issue an office memorandum. The ministry acknowledged that more time was required to understand the proposed draft and to make further comments and suggestions. The ministry has approved the withdrawal of the proposed draft Bill.
Indian Govt Withdraws Draft Livestock and Livestock Products Bill Amid Criticism
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