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I wish to address a matter of significant concern that has recently come to light regarding the recognition of cultural festivities in our region.
So once again, Gauhati High Court has to impose a ban on Buffalo and Bulbuli fights, which were usually held during Magh Bihu in some parts of Assam as an age-old tradition.
Through the interlocutory application, PETA India pointed out that unauthorised fights continue to take place in the state, highlighting an event that was scheduled to happen on 4 and 5 February in Hatigarh, Nagaon district. Vide an order dated 1 February, Gauhati High Court immediately took cognizance, directing the district administration to take action, which led the district commissioner to order that the unauthorised buffalo fight be stopped. In compliance with the orders, the police authorities prevented the event and all promotional posters were promptly removed.
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People for Ethical Treatment of Animals have mounted a legal challenge against the practises of buffalo and bulbul fighting in the Gauhati High Court. What are these traditions? Why were they discontinued? Now that they are back, why does PETA want to ban them?