Guwahati, May 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that more than 800 Eidgah committees across the state have called for restrictions on cow slaughter ahead of Eid, describing the move as an important step towards maintaining communal harmony and peaceful coexistence in Assam.
Speaking to reporters, Sarma said many members of the Muslim community in Assam had voluntarily decided not to sacrifice cows during the upcoming festival while respecting the sentiments of the Hindu community.
“This year, many people belonging to the Islamic faith have decided not to perform cow sacrifice during Eid. We welcome this decision,” the Chief Minister said.
He further appealed to those intending to carry out animal sacrifice during the festival to ensure that such activities were not conducted in Hindu-majority localities, warning that the administration would take strict legal action in case of violations.
“I would also humbly request those Hajis and others who are planning to perform qurbani that they should not carry it out in areas where Hindu residents are living in large numbers. Otherwise, law enforcement agencies will take strict action,” Sarma said.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister said that over 800 Eidgah committees had publicly supported restrictions on cow slaughter ahead of Eid.
“Glad to note that ahead of Eid-ul-Zuha tomorrow, over 800 Eidgah Committees across Assam have called for prohibition of cow slaughter,” Sarma wrote.
He also stated that respecting the sentiments of the majority community would contribute towards ensuring peace and stability in the state.
“Respecting the faith of the majority community will go a long way in ensuring the peaceful growth of the state,” the Chief Minister added in his post.
The issue of cow slaughter during Eid has remained politically sensitive in Assam in recent years, with the BJP-led government repeatedly stressing the need to maintain communal harmony and comply with provisions of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act.
Security arrangements have also been intensified across several districts ahead of Eid-ul-Zuha celebrations to prevent any untoward incidents.
Source: IANS
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