Following the announcement of meat and slaughterhouse closures by various municipal corporations on Independence Day, political figures have voiced strong opposition. Raj Thackeray, the MNS leader, has criticized the government for the meat ban, alleging it undermines the public’s freedom on Independence Day. He directly challenged the government’s role in dictating what citizens can eat.
Raj Thackeray expressed his dismay over the Independence Day meat ban during a media interaction. He declared his stance on the matter, encouraging his supporters to consume what they wish without limitations.
He highlighted the importance of individual dietary autonomy and criticized the government’s attempts to control it. He questioned the actions of the government, emphasizing that dietary choices are a personal matter and should not be subject to governmental control. Thackeray criticized the government and municipal bodies, stating that they shouldn’t interfere with what people choose to eat.