NGO funds five ambulances in Uttar Pradesh state as growing zeal to safeguard cows has also resulted in rising violenceIn a country where poorer people often bear to carry their injured relatives to hospital,the launch of a unique private ambulance service in India was cheered by some politicians.
But these unique ambulances, equipped with sirens and a doctor on board, or will exclusively serve injured cows,in the latest of a series of high-profile schemes to improve the wellbeing of the animals, which are revered by most Hindus. Related: On patrol with the Hindu vigilantes who would kill to protect India's cows Related: Muslim man dies in India after attack by Hindu 'cow protectors' Related: Inside the Indian village where a mob killed a man for eating beef Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com