HC upholds ban on cockfighting in Andhra, Telangana
The High Court at Hyderabad on Monday upheld the ban on cockfighting in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The court asked the respective state governments to ensure no cockfights take place during the Sankranti festival. A petition, filed by various animal welfare organisations, had alleged that cockfighting was not only cruel to animals but also encouraged gambling and child labour.