Govt tightens meat quality checks ahead of Dashain
Summary
The government is tightening enforcement of the Animal Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act, 2055, ahead of Dashain to ensure clean, safe and quality meat. Twelve technical task forces have been deployed across provinces and local levels to support inspections and monitoring during the festival season.
Key Points
- The Department of Livestock Services is deploying 12 technical task forces to help enforce meat safety standards ahead of Dashain.
- Authorities want to ensure compliance with rules on animal health, slaughter facilities, inspection, storage and distribution.
- Dr Umesh Dahal has instructed the task forces to support provincial and local governments in implementing the Act.
- A national implementation committee led by Dr Bikash Shrestha will monitor progress and submit weekly reports.
