The BJP's goat and mutton‑chicken shops are in the crosshairs today—will fishermen be next?

Meera Bhayandar City News, Mumbai – Shakeel Sheikh

The municipal corporation's policies on goats, dogs, and pigeons in the city have now become a new political debate.

During the Meera Bhayandar Municipal Corporation's general assembly, proposals were presented regarding regulations on keeping goats during Goat Eid in public spaces and feeding dogs. In this regard, a group of citizens has raised a sharp question—

Are the rules the same for everyone, or do they become stricter when viewed through the lens of politics?

Why is there silence on pigeons?

The biggest question revolves around pigeons. Citizens accuse that a large number of pigeons are fed in the city, leading to littering and health issues, and the High Court has also taken cognizance. Earlier, discussions have surfaced about banning the feeding of pigeons in public spaces, but questions remain about concrete action.

Goat Eid and the discontent of the Muslim community

On the other hand, the proposal for strict rules on goats in view of Goat Eid has sparked discussions of discontent in the Muslim