Goa may face beef shortage as traders strike over cow vigilantism
India TodayGoa is facing the possibility of a beef shortage as meat traders have gone on strike to protest against increasing harassment by cow vigilante groups. The strike, initiated by the Quraishi Meat Traders Association, began on Monday, with traders demanding government protection after a series of attacks on shops selling beef legally. Here are the key points: Strike Against Harassment: Meat traders in Goa have gone on strike to protest harassment by cow vigilante groups, which they claim have been attacking shops selling beef legally. Meat traders in Goa have gone on strike to protest harassment by cow vigilante groups, which they claim have been attacking shops selling beef legally. Government’s Response: Chief Minister Sawant suggested that the state-run Goa Meat Complex Limited could help meet the beef demand, claiming it provides hygienic beef, but traders remain unconvinced without security guarantees.