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The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Sacrificial slaughter not permitted in public places during Bakrid in Sambhal
Sacrificial slaughter in public places will not be allowed in Sambhal district during Bakrid, and strict action would be taken against anyone attempting to disturb public order, District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya said on Tuesday (June 3, 2025). The district administration held a peace committee meeting with various stakeholders, including representatives from areas where Eid prayers will be conducted, to discuss the arrangements. 'Sacrifices will be allowed only at 19 pre-identified sites. We held a meeting with all relevant stakeholders. No public or open space will be used for animal sacrifice,' Mr. Pensiya said, addressing a press conference. 'Eid prayers are expected to be held peacefully. The administration will ensure proper arrangements for water, electricity, and sanitation,' the District Magistrate said. The Sambhal administration put on notice over 900 individuals with past criminal antecedents. 'Preventive measures are in place against approximately 900 to 950 individuals. Any attempt to breach the peace will be met with strict legal action,' Mr. Pensiya said. The Uttar Pradesh Police also cautioned individuals against uploading videos of animal sacrifice on social media.
Scroll.in
3 days ago
- Politics
- Scroll.in
UP: Sambhal administration bans animal slaughter in public places during Bakri Eid
The administration in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district on Tuesday announced that slaughtering of animals will not be permitted in public places during the Muslim festival of Bakri Eid and warned of strict action against anyone attempting to 'disturb public order', PTI reported. Bakri Eid, also known as Eid-al-Adha, commemorates the spirit of sacrifice and entails the slaughtering of goats. The festival will be celebrated on June 7. A meeting of a peace committee, which includes representatives from localities where Eid prayers would be conducted, was held to discuss the arrangements in Sambhal ahead of the festival, PTI reported. 'All stakeholders were consulted,' the news agency quoted District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya as telling reporters. 'Sacrifices will be allowed only at 19 pre-identified sites. No public or open space will be used for animal sacrifice.' Pensiya added that preventive measures were also in place against about 950 persons. 'Any attempt to breach the peace will be met with strict legal action,' he said. Religious leaders had been advised to complete sacrificial rituals before 3 pm between June 7 and June 9, the district magistrate said. He also issued a warning against uploading videos of animals being sacrificed on social media. Sambhal was the site of the violence that broke out on November 24 after a group of Muslims objected to a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Chandausi town. A trial court had ordered the survey in a lawsuit claiming that the mosque had been built in 1526 by Mughal ruler Babar on the site of the 'centuries-old Shri Hari Har Temple dedicated to Lord Kalki'. Five persons were killed in the violence during the survey. In March, the police in the district had issued orders prohibiting prayers on streets or rooftops ahead of the Muslim festival of Eid-ul-Fitr. Several other districts in the state had issued similar orders. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramzan. Meanwhile, the Maharashtra Goseva Ayog, a commission set up for cattle welfare, on May 27 ordered livestock markets in the state not to operate between June 3 and June 8. A circular issued to Agriculture Produce Market Committees stated that no livestock markets should be held in any district in the period to ensure that no illegal slaughter of bovines takes place during Bakri Eid.
The Print
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
No sacrificial slaughter in public places during Bakrid in Sambhal: District Magistrate
'All stakeholders were consulted. Sacrifices will be allowed only at 19 pre-identified sites. No public or open space will be used for animal sacrifice,' Pensiya said addressing a press conference. A peace committee meeting, which included representatives from areas where Eid prayers will be conducted, was held to discuss the arrangements. Sambhal (UP), Jun 3 (PTI) District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya on Tuesday announced that sacrificial slaughter in public places will not be permitted here during Bakrid and assured strict action against anyone attempting to disturb public order. He further stated that the slaughter of prohibited animals has been banned for years, and no such incidents have occurred in the past five years. 'Eid prayers are expected to be held peacefully. The administration will ensure proper arrangements for water, electricity, and sanitation,' the DM said. Religious leaders have been advised to complete the sacrificial rituals by 3 pm between June 7 and June 9. As an additional precaution, Pensiya noted that preventive measures are in place against approximately 900 to 950 individuals. 'Any attempt to breach the peace will be met with strict legal action,' he warned. The District Magistrate also issued a warning against uploading videos of animals being sacrificed on social media. PTI CORR ABN ABN MPL MPL This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
No sacrificial slaughter in public places during Bakrid in Sambhal, says district magistrate Rajender Pensiya
NEW DELHI: District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya on Tuesday announced that sacrificial slaughter in public places will not be permitted here during Bakrid and assured strict action against anyone attempting to disturb public order. A peace committee meeting, which included representatives from areas where Eid prayers will be conducted, was held to discuss the arrangements. The administration has designated 19 specific locations for animal sacrifices, following consultations with all parties involved. Pensiya clarified at a press briefing that sacrificial activities would not be permitted in public spaces or open areas. He confirmed that the prohibition on slaughtering certain animals remains in effect, with no violations reported over the previous five-year period. The DM assured that Eid prayers would proceed smoothly, with the authorities ensuring essential facilities including water, power and cleanliness arrangements. The administration has directed religious authorities to conclude sacrificial ceremonies by 3 pm during June 7 to June 9. Pensiya mentioned that precautionary actions have been implemented concerning approximately 900-950 persons. He emphasised that "Any attempt to breach the peace will be met with strict legal action." The District Magistrate additionally cautioned against sharing sacrificial videos on social media platforms.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Sambhal administration prohibits animal sacrifice in 'public, open' spaces during Bakrid
SAMBHAL: District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya on Tuesday announced that sacrificial slaughter in public places will not be permitted here during Bakrid and assured strict action against anyone attempting to "disturb public order." A peace committee meeting, which included representatives from areas where Eid prayers will be conducted, was held to discuss the arrangements. "All stakeholders were consulted. Sacrifices will be allowed only at 19 pre-identified sites. No public or open space will be used for animal sacrifice," Pensiya said addressing a press conference. He further stated that the slaughter of prohibited animals has been banned for years, and no such incidents have occurred in the past five years.
