Vijay Moves Supreme Court Against Madras High Court Cow Slaughter Ban, Sparks Political Row

The Tamil Nadu government has challenged a Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter in the state, arguing that it conflicts with existing legislation. The government contends that while the law permits slaughter of cows over 10 years old deemed unfit for work and breeding, the high court's blanket ban goes beyond the statute. The opposition criticized the delay in response, arguing that religious practices should not be restricted.