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Cow shelter manager arrested in Muzaffarnagar after six cows die due to alleged negligence

Cow shelter manager arrested in Muzaffarnagar after six cows die due to alleged negligence

Six cows died at a cow shelter in Muzaffarnagar, prompting police to arrest its manager for alleged negligence. Police said the manager was taken into custody after reports that the animals were left without adequate food or water, a claim that led to the arrest. The incident raises concerns under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, which could be invoked if negligence is proven. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the deaths and whether the shelter complied with state welfare regulations. If the allegations hold, the manager could face charges and the shelter’s licence may be reviewed by the authorities.

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