By Admin 
Politics is intensified to keep the meat shops closed or open on the Kandar Yatra route in Delhi. Meanwhile, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) said on Thursday (July 10) that there is no provision to close meat shops on the Kawad Yatra routes under the DMC Act, 1957. This statement came a day after the statement of Culture and Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, in which he said that meat shops will be closed on the Kavad Yatra route.
The annual Kandar Yatra begins in the month of Sawan. It will start on Friday (July 11) and end on 25 July. In a written reply to a question at the MCD House, the Civil Body said that there is no provision to close meat shops on the routes of Kavad Yatra under the Municipal Corporation of Municipal Corporation Act, 1957. However, in the last few years it has been observed that the owners of these establishments voluntarily close their shops during the annual pilgrimage.
Campaign against illegal animal slaughter and open meat sales
During the monthly proceedings of the House, in a written reply, it was said that the regional offices of MCD have been directed to run a special campaign against illegal animal slaughter and sale of meat in the open to ensure that someone’s religious sentiments are not hurt. It also states that the municipal officials have been asked to ensure that meat shops should also be covered on the Kavad Yatra routes.
What did the Mayor of Delhi say?
Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh reiterated the legal status of the civil body. He said, “We will request the owners of the meat shop to close our shops voluntarily, respecting the religious sentiments related to the Kandar Yatra. Those with no legitimate license will not be allowed to work. We are only requesting those who are legal. It is about mutual respect between communities. Twenty five kavad camps have been set up at various places. ”
The MCD further said that it has deployed 22 doctors to work in regular shifts in these camps, with 10 on-coal medical professionals. Additional 62 assistant employees have been appointed. Apart from this, the officers have been instructed to be vigilant and keep the roads clean and waterlogging free. Water tankers and suction machines have been deployed at major places.
What did the member of the Meat Shop Association say?
Meanwhile, a member of the Meat Shop Association said that the government should not connect the business with festivals. Vivek Kumar, who runs chicken and meat shops, said, “We respect all religions and emotions, but it is not a single day event. Many families are completely dependent on such businesses, what will they do in such a situation?”
Officials have banned the sale of meat near pavements, streets or camps during the journey. The MCD stressed that strict action will be taken against those who violate unlicensed shops or rules.