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Delhi High Court Directs Firm Action Against Oxytocin Misuse in Dairy Farms

The Delhi High Court has issued directives to crack down on the misuse of oxytocin in dairy farms housing cows and buffaloes within the capital. Deeming the administration of hormone-related drugs as animal cruelty and a punishable offense, a bench led by Acting Chief Justice Manmohan has mandated the Drug Control Department of the Delhi government to conduct weekly inspections and initiate legal action. Police authorities are tasked with investigating this matter, while the intelligence department of the Delhi Police is assigned to identify sources involved in oxytocin production, packaging, and distribution, and take lawful measures against them.

These orders were pronounced during the hearing on a petition filed by Sunaina Sibal and others, addressing the conditions prevalent in dairy establishments across the national capital. Notably, concerns were raised regarding the indiscriminate use of oxytocin aimed at bolstering milk production.

The court emphasized that the administration of oxytocin constitutes animal cruelty and falls under the purview of Section 12 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. Consequently, it directed the Drug Control Department to ensure that all instances of oxytocin misuse or possession are registered under relevant legal provisions.

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Additionally, the court stressed the need for relocating all dairies to areas equipped with adequate pastureland, proper sewage and drainage systems, biogas plants, and ample open spaces for cattle. Considering the potential health risks posed by dairies situated near landfill sites, the court suggested immediate relocation pending further deliberation on binding directives.

The Chief Secretary of Delhi, the Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the Veterinary Directorate, and the CEO of the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board have been summoned to the next hearing to discuss implementation strategies. Authorities are also directed to explore potential relocation sites for dairies, with the MCD urged to consider soliciting donations for this purpose.

Kavya Bhatt

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