High Court Denies Jain Community's Request for Extended Slaughterhouse Closure During Paryushan

The Bombay High Court rejected the Jain community's plea to close Mumbai slaughterhouses for 10 days during the Paryushan Parv festival. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) allowed a two-day closure, citing the community's minor population. The court upheld the BMC's decision, emphasizing legal boundaries over religious preferences.

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday dismissed pleas from Jain community members demanding the closure of slaughterhouses in Mumbai for 10 days during their Paryushan Parv festival.

A panel consisting of Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Sandeep Marne acknowledged the religious sentiments involved but questioned the legal basis for such a request.

The court cited the municipal corporation's decision for a two-day closure as reasonable, given the city's diverse population, and scheduled further hearings on the matter while maintaining current operational guidelines.

(With inputs from agencies.)