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Sacrificing cow not part of Eid: Calcutta High Court rejects plea against cattle slaughter restrictions

Bar and Bench · May 21, 2026

Sacrificing cow not part of Eid: Calcutta High Court rejects plea against cattle slaughter restrictions

The Calcutta High Court ruled that sacrificing a cow is not a part of Eid celebrations. The court dismissed a plea that challenged restrictions on the slaughter of cattle. This decision was made on May 21, 2026.