Authorities rescue four buffaloes kept in muddy confinement for three months in Jhenaidah
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MAHESHPUR, Jhenaidah — Four buffaloes that were kept confined in deep mud for three months in Gokulnagar village have been relocated to dry ground following intervention by local authorities. The animals, which had been tethered in knee-deep mud, are now being cared for by their owner, Abdul Alim, who has begun construction on a permanent shelter for them.
The plight of the animals drew local attention after images of their living conditions were shared on social media by environmental activist Nazmul Hasan. Responding to the reports, Mahesupur Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Sazzad Hossain visited the site last Sunday. Finding the owner absent, the UNO instructed the household members to move the buffaloes to higher ground and mandated that proper housing be constructed within 15 days.
Owner Abdul Alim, a former farm worker who relies on the buffaloes for his livelihood, explained that the situation arose due to a lack of suitable space. He stated that the area where the animals were tethered had originally been dry, but the buffaloes had churned the soil into mud through their own movement. Alim noted that his previous livestock shed was located on land belonging to his sister, which he was forced to vacate. He added that he has been under financial pressure due to family debts and intended to sell the animals once they were fully grown to settle his liabilities.
In response to the official directive, Alim has purchased his sister’s land and is currently constructing a new, permanent shed for the animals.
The Upazila Livestock Department has since intervened to ensure the welfare of the livestock. Upazila Livestock Officer Md. Ashrafuzzaman confirmed that the animals have undergone health examinations and have been provided with vitamin supplements. He reported that the buffaloes are currently in good condition.
UNO Sazzad Hossain continues to monitor the situation to ensure compliance with his directives. Environmental activist Nazmul Hasan expressed satisfaction with the progress, noting that the buffaloes are receiving proper care and will soon be moved into their new, adequate housing.
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