Madras High Court Imposes Immediate Ban on Cow Slaughter in Tamil Nadu Ahead of Eid al-Adha

The Madras High Court ordered Tamil Nadu to immediately ban cow and calf slaughter, including during Eid al-Adha. The court directed top officials to enforce a 1976 ban aimed at protecting milk production and rural livelihoods. It cited constitutional provisions and Supreme Court rulings stating cow sacrifice is not essential in Islam. The state must report compliance by May 29.