The fate of the lingering bovines consuming plastic has always remained unknown. Plastic bags, bottles, and several other similar items are scattered at the edge of garbage bins or in isolated areas. However, these plastic bags get carried away by the wind and scattered everywhere, making the bovines prone to ingesting them. To work out a balanced solution that will ensure safety and justice for everyone, prompt ‘Site Cleanliness Drives’ ought to be conducted by the authorities concerned.
Addressing the safety hazards and the provision for the said bovines is, in fact, the prime responsibility of the owners. Frequently, these cattle don’t receive the priority they deserve from their owners. Hence, the ground reality remains unchanged, and these bovines keep loitering aimlessly on the streets, posing a danger to travellers.
A reality check provided by the Animal Husbandry Department indicates that approximately 567 cattle deaths occurred across the State due to the ingestion of plastic during the financial year 2023-24. Subsequently, this incident has snowballed into a growing crisis in the State. Nevertheless, the authorities concerned should continue to call for decisive action to put an end to this menace.
