Question : Service Animals of Indian Army

(a) whether the Government has chalked out any programme to stop euthanasia of service animals of Indian Army including dogs, mules, horses etc. once their service years are over;

(b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor; and

(c) the steps taken by the Government to protect the sentient animal friends of Indian Army from pain and sufferings?

MINISTER OF STATE (DR. SUBHASH BHAMRE)
IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
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(a) & (b): The euthanasia of old and worn out animals of Indian Army has ceased completely. The policy was promulgated in September, 2015.

(c) Adequate provisions for care and management of old animals has been created in Army Establishments.

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