Bengaluru advocate Ritwik Bhonsle champions stronger animal laws: a humane society’s call

This report covers the growing public support in Bengaluru’s AECS Layout, Brookefield for the 2022 Amendment Bill aimed at overhauling the outdated 1960 animal cruelty law. With fines as low as ₹50 previously, advocates like Ritwik Bhonsle argue that stricter penalties are essential to reflect societal progress and ensure better animal protection.

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Key Facts
  • The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 imposed minimal penalties for animal abuse, including fines as low as ₹50 for beating a dog or cruelly transporting chickens.newskarnataka.com
  • The Prevention of Cruelty to (Amendment) Bill, 2022 was proposed to introduce stricter penalties, stronger enforcement, and better safeguards for animals.newskarnataka.com
  • Residents of AECS Layout, Brookefield, Bengaluru rallied in support of the 2022 Amendment Bill during a public awareness drive organized by Bengaluru Brigade for Animal Liberation.newskarnataka.com
  • Animal advocate Ritwik Bhonsle emphasized that stronger animal protection laws reflect a more evolved and humane society.newskarnataka.com
“Stronger animal protection laws reflect a more evolved and humane society,” said Ritwik Bhonsle, animal advocate and event organiser.
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Key Stats at a Glance
Minimum fine for animal abuse under 1960 Act
₹ 50
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