World Animal Day observed at Sanjenthong
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 04 2012:
The World Animal Day 2012 was observed today at the Conference Hall of Manipur State Veterinary Council, Sanjenthong under the aegis of Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Services, Manipur.
Speaking at the occasion, president of the function, Dr Saidokhum Jote, Director of VAH Services, Manipur talked about the inter-dependence of man and animals and the diverse role of animals in daily life.
He emphasised on the need of taking care, bestowing love and effection to animals and to protect them from different diseases.
Dr L Sharatkumar, Jt Director (Admin) highlighted the efforts of the VAH dept towards the adoption and implementation of Prevention of Animal Cruelty Act, 1960 in the State while Dr Ksh Pabitra Singh, Registrar of the department also harped on the need of preventing cruelty to animals.