Gangachara bans cattle slaughter without clearance to curb anthrax

RANGPUR, Oct 15 (UNB): The Gangachara upazila administration has banned the slaughter of cattle without official clearance to prevent the spread of anthrax.

Mahmud Hasan Mridha, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO), said the outbreak of anthrax have been reported across Rangpur district.

"As anthrax can transmit from animals to humans, this precautionary step is necessary," he added.

The directive requires meat traders to obtain clearance from the Upazila Livestock Office or Veterinary Hospital before slaughtering any animal. Violators may face legal action, the UNO warned.

Notices showing test reports are displayed at butcher shops in Rangpur city, including Medical East Gate, Dhap, Lal Kuthir intersection, City Bazar, and the bus terminal.

Customers are reportedly refusing beef without valid test certification.

Cattle scheduled for slaughter are inspected the night before, and only those passing receive clearance for processing.