Cattle thefts and attacks: Rai warns of stern action against law breakers

Mangalore, Aug 3: Dakshina Kannada district-in-charge minister B Ramanath Rai has issued a stern warning against violation of law or taking law into the hands especially during sensitive issues such as cattle transportation.

Stating that both 'illegal' cattle transportation and attacks against them are punishable offenses, Mr Rai said that people should allow concerned departments to perform their duty.

“Strict actions will be taken against those who go against law,” added Mr Rai.

Responding to a query, the minister said that no one will encourage illegal cattle trafficking. “In such situations public can provide information to concerned departments to take necessary action. But, taking law into their hands is not acceptable,” he said.

Replying to question about ban on student union elections in colleges, he said that government has taken such step in order to avoid communal clashes in particular colleges. There is no other intension in banning college elections, he clarified.

Special Squad

Meanwhile, Mangalore North MLA Mohiuddin Bava has said that Mangalore City Police Commissioner has been asked to form a special squad to curb cattle thefts under the jurisdiction of commissionerate.

Expressing his concern over increasing cases of cattle theft, he said such incidents not only push families that depend on cattle for their livelihood into trouble, but also spoils harmony in society.