The Actress who is known as an ardent animal lover and PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) India supporter, Esha Gupta has joined hands with the animal rights organisation to voice her opinion against the practice of Jallikattu.
Jallikattu is an ancient bull taming ritual required for reproduction of cows and bulls considered as part of Pongal celebrations.
For the first time, Esha has decided to turn a blogger, voicing her opinion against the evil practice of Jallikattu and bull races. Actress says, ‘These acts of cruelty (Jallikattu and bull races) directly violate the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, which states that it’s an offence to beat, kick, override or torture animals or otherwise cause them pain or suffering – or for owners to permit such treatment.’
‘The wrong practice doesn’t just harm and even kill bulls; hundreds of humans have also been hurt or killed during such events. If we allow jallikattu or bull races again, we will be taking a very big step in the wrong direction,’ She adds.
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