SSP Jammu recommends strong action against vehicles continuously indulging in bovine smuggling

STATE TIMES NEWS

Jammu: In a significant move to combat the issue of bovine smuggling in the Jammu District under operation kamdhenu, the SSP Jammu has written to the Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Jammu, detailing the involvement of specific vehicles in this illegal activity. The letter highlights the proactive steps taken by the police authorities to address this menace.
Despite the efforts of the police to curb this illegal trade by booking the smugglers under relevant sections of the law and continuously seizing the vehicles used in the transportation of bovine animals, a concerning trend has been observed. Drivers of the seized vehicles, after obtaining bail or surety bonds, manage to secure the release orders for these vehicles from the courts. Subsequently, these vehicles are once again employed in bovine smuggling activities.
To counteract this issue, the Jammu Police has identified 58 vehicles that have been repeatedly involved in bovine smuggling. The letter to the RTO requests for the suspension or cancellation of the registration certificates of these vehicles to prevent their further use in illegal activities. This decisive step aims to strengthen the enforcement against bovine smuggling and ensure that vehicles previously used for such activities are permanently removed from circulation.
The police authorities are committed to continuing their efforts to eradicate bovine smuggling and seek the cooperation of all stakeholders to achieve this goal.