CHIEF MINISTER Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday ordered action over alleged neglect of cattle at Kanha Upvan Gaushala in Meerut. Following his directive, FIRs were registered against two outsourcing firms under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.The Urban Development Department has got FIRs registered against Jain Computers and Shivam Enterprises. These firms were given contracts to deploy caretakers and staff for the upkeep of over 2,500 cattle in the gaushala.The action was initiated after a video purportedly showing the deplorable condition of the cattle went viral on social media earlier this month. The video showed the cattle purportedly suffering despite the availability of fodder, green feed and water. An inspection led by Assistant Municipal Commissioner Sharad Pal revealed that cattle were not being fed on time and many caretakers were absent from duty.According to the government, Jain Computers earlier claimed to have appointed 24 caretakers and Shivam Enterprises said it had hired 18, the inspection revealed that these claims were false.The Municipal Corporation said that both firms had been previously warned, verbally and in writing, for their poor management, but no improvements were made, prompting stringent measures. The investigation also found discrepancies in record-keeping, leading to the immediate suspension of a clerk Vikas Sharma.FIRs have also been registered against Harpal Singh, the Animal Welfare Officer, and the gaushala’s caretaker, who were subsequently suspended. The charge of the gaushala has been withdrawn from Assistant Municipal Commissioner Sharad Pal and handed over to Additional Municipal Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Singh.Also, Municipal Health Officer Dr Gajendra has been reassigned to the CMO office, with Dr Amar Singh appointed in his place.Story continues below this adThe Municipal Corporation has taken several steps to improve the condition of Kanha Gaushala in Meerut. To monitor all activities, 12 CCTV cameras have been installed inside the gaushala. Flooring work has started in sheds where it was missing, and a facial recognition system has been introduced to ensure staff attendance. Officials have also been instructed to properly document the availability of fodder, removal of cow dung, and other daily tasks.For better care of the cattle, six home guards and 50 new staff members have been deployed in two shifts of 25 each. Immediate treatment for injured, sick, or accident-hit cattle has been ensured at the gaushala’s trauma centre. Additionally, 15,000 square metres of land has been identified for expanding the facility to accommodate more cattle comfortably.The state government has made it clear that any negligence in the upkeep of Kanha Gaushalas across Uttar Pradesh will not be tolerated.Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt LtdTags:lucknowYogi Adityanath