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Stray Cows in India: An Escalating Issue
Stray cows in India, particularly in North India but prevalent countrywide, have become a significant issue due to being released by owners unable to care for them. These cows, often male calves or older milk cows, roam the streets feeding on plastic bags and causing car crashes. In 2019, there were an estimated 5 million stray cows, a number that has since increased according to government estimates. This problem is exacerbated by laws prohibiting cow slaughter, which have evolved from religious taboos to legal mandates.