Mangaluru City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy on Wednesday warned that anyone who attempts to block a legally sanctioned meat transport can be sentenced to up to ten years in prison. The remark responded to a social‑media claim by the Bajrang Dal wing of Mangaluru Mahanagara, which alleged that a tip about an illegal cow‑transport vehicle moving from Talapady to Jokatte had been ignored by Kankanady police.
According to the commissioner, the vehicle in question was carrying meat purchased in Kerala and destined for a licensed shop in the city. While Karnataka law bans cow slaughter, the sale and movement of meat from other authorised sources remain lawful. Therefore, interfering with the convoy, whether by stopping the vehicle, assaulting the driver or issuing threats, constitutes a criminal act.
Reddy emphasized that the public need only provide information to the police; verification and appropriate action will follow. He added that a fresh complaint had been received alleging an attempt to halt the meat‑transport truck on Monday morning. Should the investigation confirm the allegation, a case will be filed against the perpetrators.
The commissioner reiterated that the legal framework permits the transport of meat that complies with licensing norms, and any obstruction will be treated as a serious offence. He urged citizens to cooperate with law‑enforcement agencies rather than taking matters into their own hands.
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📰 Source: Vartha Bharati DK