Jakarta Tightens Livestock Health for Sacrifice Festival; Animals Suspected of Illness Banned from Slaughter
The Jakarta provincial government is intensifying health checks for sacrificial animals during the Eid al-Adha festival. The Deputy Governor has ordered that any livestock found to be unhealthy or showing signs of illness must be immediately excluded from slaughter, ensuring the safety of meat for citizens.
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