Pig brought into Thane society to protest animal sacrifice; eco-activists stopped by police

Activists tried to bring a pig into a private society in Thane on Tuesday to protest animal sacrifice, but were prevented by police who seized the animal and halted the demonstration. Videos of the incident have since gone viral on social media.

As previously reported, Thane’s society has been the site of protests against cow slaughter and animal sacrifice. On Tuesday, members attempted to stage another protest against animal sacrifice. When activists tried to enter the society’s gate with the pig, both society members and police stopped them. Police then seized the pig from the activists and calmed the situation.

Videos related to the incident have gone viral on social media, showing how police intervened when activists attempted to bring the pig inside the society. Local sources confirm that activists were stopped by society members and police as they tried to enter with the pig.

Speaking on the matter, police said, “We ensure protests are conducted peacefully. No demonstrations will be allowed without the society’s permission.” No further action against the activists has been confirmed yet.