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Target: Hon. N. Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, India
Goal: Urge strict legal action against those responsible for this act of cruelty and ensure the enforcement of animal protection laws.
In a deeply disturbing incident in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, a video has gone viral showing a person allegedly biting off a hen’s head during a public dance performance. The act, portrayed as entertainment, has sparked outrage and prompted intervention by PETA India. With the assistance of senior police officials, an FIR has been registered under sections 429 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, and Section 11(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960, against the performer and the event organizers.
Research highlights the critical link between animal abuse and human violence, revealing that individuals who harm animals are significantly more likely also to harm other humans. Studies have shown that homes where animal abuse occurs often have higher incidences of physical child abuse and that children who witness animal cruelty are at a greater risk of becoming abusers themselves.
This alleged incident underscores the urgent need for stringent enforcement of animal protection laws to deter such heinous acts and protect vulnerable animals from cruelty. Take swift and decisive action to hold the perpetrators accountable and ensure justice for the innocent hen.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Hon. N. Chandrababu Naidu,
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent incident in Anakapalli, where a viral video allegedly shows a person biting off a hen’s head during a public dance performance. This shocking act of cruelty has rightly sparked outrage and demands immediate legal action.
The FIR has been registered under sections 429 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, and Section 11(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960, against the performer and organizers. However, the authorities must enforce these laws stringently to ensure justice and prevent such incidents in the future.
Research consistently highlights the critical link between animal abuse and human violence. Individuals who harm animals are significantly more likely to harm humans, and children who witness animal cruelty are at greater risk of becoming abusers themselves. It is essential to address these issues proactively to protect both animals and humans in our society.
I urge you to take immediate and decisive action against those responsible for this alleged cruelty. It is vital to enforce animal protection laws effectively and send a strong message that such behaviour will not be tolerated.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Jonatan_ValverdeDinesh Valke
Such an impressive action to a thunderous applause. How dramatic to bite the head off a hen. Remarkable talent!!!
What happens if the dancer cuts off their own feet? Another ovation?
India needs help. There’s trouble all over the world and people are not as nice as they once were. Instead of putting up with this abuse there needs to be a price to pay that hurts the criminals. This will continue until then.