PETA launches animal protection workshops

A workshop aimed at strengthening the enforcement of animal protection laws through legal awareness and interdepartmental coordination has been held here for police personnel, veterinary officials and officers of the urban local bodies and the Transport Department.

The workshop, held on Wednesday, was conducted by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in collaboration with the Save Animals Value Environment (SAVE) Society.

According to the workshop organisers, more such workshops have been planned across Jammu.

Housing and Urban Development Department Commissioner Secretary Mandeep Kour, who presided over the campaign, said the initiative was launched in compliance with Supreme Court directions on stray dog management. “We are organising a series of workshops to ensure proper compliance with laws and rules related to stray animals,” Kour said.