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Lucknow Sheep Deaths Near Rashtra Prerna Sthal Trigger Probe and Relief Payouts

Authorities cite 71 deaths, with the toll and cause under review.

Overview

  • Post-mortems have been conducted and viscera samples are preserved for laboratory testing, with results pending.
  • Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered an inquiry and announced Rs 10,000 per sheep in financial assistance for owners.
  • The Chief Veterinary Officer confirms 71 deaths, while shepherds and NGOs allege about 170 and blame discarded food near the site.
  • Veterinary teams are treating nearly 300 animals at the location, and officials say about 70 have recovered after treatment.
  • NGOs have lodged police complaints accusing the municipal corporation and event organisers of negligence at the recently inaugurated complex.