TMC MP Pushes for Stricter Wildlife Protection Laws

The Union government has responded positively today to Trinamul Congress MP June Maliah, who raised serious concerns in Parliament over the twin threats to India's wildlife: rampant poaching and large-scale destruction of forest habitats.

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE

In a strong plea made during the recent Budget session, the Midnapur MP called for urgent amendments to the decades-old Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, highlighting how outdated provisions are allowing perpetrators to escape unpunished.

Speaking under Rule 377 in the Lok Sabha, Maliah had said: "Despite growing incidents of animal abuse, offenders often walk free due to the antiquated and bailable nature of the law. I strongly urge that amendments be brought in at the earliest."