Assam Mosque Committees Announce No Cow Sacrifice for Eid
In a significant move, mosque committees in Assam have declared that there will be no cow sacrifice during the upcoming Eid al-Adha on May 28. This decision, which has received praise from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, aims to respect the religious sentiments of the majority community. The announcement comes in the context of the recent arrest of former MLA Ali Akbar Miyan, who faced backlash for controversial social media posts. The mosque committees' appeal is also in line with the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, which regulates cattle slaughter and trade. This decision is seen as a step towards enhancing communal harmony in the region.
| May 24, 2026, 12:28 IST
Significant Decision by Mosque Committees
In several districts of Assam, mosque committees have made a notable announcement stating that there will be no cow sacrifice during the upcoming Eid al-Adha on May 28. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised this initiative, describing it as a voluntary decision that respects the religious sentiments of the majority community.
Decision Amid Arrest of Former MLA
This announcement from the mosque committees comes in the wake of the arrest of former Dhubri MLA Ali Akbar Miyan on Saturday. He faces allegations of sharing a controversial post on social media, warning officials against interfering in the sacrificial process and threatening serious consequences for such actions. Additionally, he made derogatory remarks against the Chief Minister.
Chief Minister Commends the Decision
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma openly commended the appeal made by the mosques against cow slaughter. He elaborated on the legal and religious aspects, stating that such actions would further strengthen communal harmony in society. Sharing news clippings related to this decision on social media, he expressed, "I welcome this effort and hope that other committees will also issue similar appeals."
Context of Assam Cattle Preservation Act
The appeal from the mosque committees aligns with the provisions of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021. While this law does not impose a complete ban on the use of beef in the state, it does set certain restrictions on the slaughter and trade of cattle. Under this act, stringent regulations have been established requiring prior permission for cattle sacrifice and prohibiting illegal transportation.