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Ashika Tamang opposes cruel animal transport during Dashain

Ashika Tamang has stepped up across locations to protest cruel practices during the transport of animals for Dashain.

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  • Ashika Tamang protested after finding more than half a dozen goats crammed into a taxi boot.
  • She arranged a different vehicle for the cramped goats after raising objections.
  • She expressed sorrow over regulatory neglect regarding animal cruelty at the Baitadi fair.

Ashika Tamang has been actively working across multiple locations to rescue animals and protest against the severe cruelty inflicted upon them during Dashain transport. According to reports, she stepped in upon finding more than half a dozen goats crammed inside the boot of a single taxi, vehemently objecting to the practice and arranging a separate vehicle to transport the animals properly. Along with her roadside interventions, she pointed out an event at a fair in Baitadi where water buffaloes were pierced with swords and brought down. Sharing her concerns online, she expressed deep sorrow over the absence of visible state regulation and questioned why authorities remained silent regarding such treatment of animals. Her ongoing efforts focus heavily on challenging inhumane handling methods during the festival period, urging individuals and authorities alike to prevent unnecessary suffering. Through direct confrontations and online statements, she continues to draw public attention to the plight of vulnerable animals during festive transport and sacrificial events.

From public sources and the WeNepal research team

https://wenepal.com/article/ashika-tamang-opposes-cruel-animal-transport-during-dashain-20261019

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