Government to Implement Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act, 2055 from December 1
Summary
The government will begin implementing the Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act, 2055 from December 1, starting with Kathmandu Valley before expanding nationwide in phases. Local leaders say the law is necessary for safe meat inspection but warn that the Valley lacks the land and infrastructure needed for modern slaughterhouses.
Key Points
- The government plans to implement the Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act, 2055 from December 1 in phased stages across the country.
- Kathmandu Valley local leaders said meat inspection is manageable, but building the slaughterhouses required by the Act is not feasible in the Valley.
- Minister Gita Chaudhary said the government will provide full support, calling the issue important for public health and city health.
- The Act will first apply in Kathmandu Valley, then other urban areas, and finally rural municipalities, with infrastructure shortages seen as the biggest challenge.
