Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Vows Zero Tolerance on Cow Smuggling
Sarma revealed that his government has arrested 4,300 cow smugglers since taking office, a stark contrast to the 77 apprehended under the previous administration.
GUWAHATI– Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reiterated his administration’s unrelenting stance against cow smuggling in a statement today, underscoring significant progress in cracking down on the illegal practice.
Speaking on the issue, Sarma revealed that his government has arrested 4,300 cow smugglers since taking office, a stark contrast to the 77 apprehended under the previous administration.
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The Chief Minister emphasized that the state police have dismantled a decades-old smuggling network, with some smugglers meeting fatal ends during encounters.
“We have adopted a zero-tolerance policy, and we will not back down,” Sarma asserted, accusing the opposition of pressuring him to soften his approach. “I will never compromise on this,” he added, framing the crackdown as a matter of principle and public safety.
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Sarma’s comments come amid ongoing efforts to curb cattle smuggling along Assam’s borders, a persistent challenge in the region.
The significant increase in arrests has drawn both praise from supporters, who see it as a decisive move, and criticism from opponents, who question the methods employed. The Chief Minister’s remarks today signal that his administration intends to maintain its aggressive stance, keeping cow smuggling a focal point of law enforcement in the state.
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As Assam continues to grapple with this issue, the government’s actions are likely to remain under scrutiny, with implications for both security and political discourse in the region.
