Alleged Neglect at Amethi Cow Shelter Raises Questions Over Government Funds

Allegations of severe neglect have emerged from the Sumerpur cow shelter in Amethi, raising questions over the use of government funds allocated in the name of cow protection. Disturbing visuals have surfaced from the cow shelter located in Sumerpur Gram Panchayat of Bhetua Block.

The visuals allegedly show dogs tearing at the legs of a dead cattle. The condition of an injured cow seen at the shelter has also raised serious questions about the care being provided to the cattle.

Questions have now been raised over the use of government funds received for fodder, straw and the care of the cattle housed at the shelter. The key issue is who should be held responsible for the alleged condition of the cattle, the village head, the secretary or the monitoring system?

There is also a claim that no action has been taken despite the video coming to light. This has put the role of the administration under question.

Why are the cattle in such a condition despite government funds being spent on the shelter? Is cow service being carried out only on paper? The larger question is who will account for the government budget spent in the name of serving “Gau Mata”?

The issue also raises the question of when the District Magistrate of Amethi will take cognizance. Will there be an investigation and responsibility be fixed, or will silence continue over the alleged plight of the cattle?