Tribune News Service

Ludhiana, June 2

The Ludhiana MC Joint Commissioner, Swati Tiwana, convened a meeting of meat shop owners to encourage them to use slaughter house services.

An official of the Municipal Corporation said the shop owners were warned that butchering in open was strictly prohibited and strict action would be taken against the violators. He added that the enforcement drive would be resumed after sensitisation drive.

The official said: “Meat shop owners have been asked to follow the rules regarding slaughtering and ensure that it is done in the most hygienic manner in slaughter houses. To make everyone familiar with the working of a slaughter house, a visit is also planned.”

During the meeting, shop owners also shared their issues and concerns.