Dairy industry exposes India’s cattle protection contradiction

5 Jun 2026Cattle and Gaushalas Policy and Government

A report noted that the dairy sector exposes a contradiction between India’s cattle protection regulations and the practices used in dairy production. The industry relies on the disposal of unproductive animals, undermining the claims of cow protection. This inconsistency raises questions about true cattle welfare in India.

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