Protected bird finds place on Sukhu's dinner table, BJP cries fowl
Hindustan Times Jammu|December 15, 2024
The state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) unit on Saturday sought an apology from chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu for allegedly asking his associates if they wish to eat "Jungli Murga" (Grey Junglefowl), a protected species.
Shailee Dogra
Protected bird finds place on Sukhu's dinner table, BJP cries fowl

SHIMLA:

Demanding a probe and action in this matter, a Dharamshala-based animal rights NGO has filed a complaint to the chief conservator of the wildlife department in Dharamshala on Saturday, seeking action against those who killed the "Jungli Murga", those consuming it and the CM for encouraging others to consume the same.

On Friday night during the 'Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar' initiative of the state government, the chief minister visited Tikkar village in Kupvi tehsil of Chopal subdivision in Shimla district. Here he attended a dinner at a villager's home where the protected species was served.

"Jungli Murga" is a protected species and hunting is prohibited under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. This species, found in areas above 3,000 feet in Himachal Pradesh, is protected, and hunting it is a punishable offence.

Although the chief minister did not consume the particular dish himself, it was served to the other accompanying guests.

The incident came to light after an animal welfare organisation shared a video and the menu that included "Jungli Murga", siddu, bichhu booti (a local herb), and breads made from maize and wheat, which quickly went viral.

Diese Geschichte stammt aus der December 15, 2024-Ausgabe von Hindustan Times Jammu.

Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.

Diese Geschichte stammt aus der December 15, 2024-Ausgabe von Hindustan Times Jammu.

Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.

WEITERE ARTIKEL AUS HINDUSTAN TIMES JAMMUAlle anzeigen
Hindustan Times Jammu

PCB Moves ODI Series to Lahore, Karachi; Denies Delay in CT Work

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Wednesday moved the ODI tri-series, also involving South Africa and New Zealand, from Multan to Karachi and Lahore, dismissing the talks about a delay in renovation work at those venues ahead of next month's Champions Trophy.

time-read
1 min  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

Pat Cummins, the pace ace driving Oz success story

Knack for wickets, unparalleled control and a never-say-die attitude for which Glenn McGrath will be revered as possibly the greatest Australian fast bowler in the last four decades.

time-read
3 Minuten  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

Indian hockey players bonding with the best in relaunched HIL

Skipper Sumit Walmiki and Australian Tim Brand walked to the dugout, shared a laugh and high-fived after Hyderabad Toofans' practice.

time-read
3 Minuten  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

Shooter Tomar Finds Fresh High After Domestic Double

Varun Tomar's dream of representing India at the Paris Olympics was crushed when he lost in the domestic selection trials to pick the final squad.

time-read
2 Minuten  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

India's uber-rich go well beyond the will

Succession planning among India's wealthy is a subject that extends far beyond simply naming heirs and dividing assets.

time-read
2 Minuten  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

India Cuts November Gold Imports by Record $5 Billion

November Gold Imports Totaled $9.84 Billion, Down From the Earlier Estimate of $14.8 Billion Published Last Month

time-read
1 min  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

Vedanta chairman acquires London's Riverside studio

The founder and chairman of Vedanta Group Anil Agarwal is the new owner of the iconic Riverside Studio in London, announced a press release on Wednesday.

time-read
1 min  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

MFI portfolio declines, bad assets spike in Sep quarter

Microlending outstanding in the system reduced 4.3% to ₹4.14 lakh crore in the September quarter as lenders adopted a cautious stance amid deteriorating asset quality, a report said on Wednesday.

time-read
1 min  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

BP Wins Bid to Operate ONGC's Mumbai High Fields

UK's BP Plc won a bid for ONGC's giant Mumbai High oil and gas field, offering to raise crude oil production by 44% and natural gas by a staggering 89% over a 10-year period, potentially changing the fortunes of the vintage field.

time-read
1 min  |
January 09, 2025
Hindustan Times Jammu

Govt To Simplify Decades-Old Income Tax Filing Rules In Budget

India's government plans to simplify its income tax filing rules to make it less tedious for taxpayers to comply with the law and help cut down on disputes that have ballooned to more than $120 billion over the past decade.

time-read
1 min  |
January 09, 2025