Ban on Glutrap for Rat Control in Ahmedabad District

Glutrap Ban: The Ahmedabad district, including Ahmedabad city, has officially banned the sale and use of glutrap and gluboard for capturing rats.

This ban, enforced under the Animal Cruelty Act, 1960’s Section 11, aims to prevent the unnecessary suffering of animals, specifically targeting the use of these traps which are deemed inhumane.

Legal Basis for the Glutrap Ban:

The ban is grounded in Section 11 of the Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, which stipulates that no animal should be subjected to unnecessary pain or suffering.

The enforcement of this section in Ahmedabad district specifically addresses the use of non-lethal traps like glutraps, glue-boards, or sticky traps, commonly employed to capture rats.

Reasons for the Glutrap Ban:

The Ahmedabad District Animal Cruelty Prevention Committee and the Department of Animal Husbandry issued a press release explaining the rationale behind the ban:

• Inhumane Trapping Mechanism: When rodents are captured on glue-trapped surfaces, they experience significant distress. Unable to escape, these animals often suffer from dehydration, starvation, and suffocation, leading to a prolonged and painful death.
• Ethical Considerations: While controlling the rodent population is necessary, it should not involve methods that cause undue suffering. The use of glutraps is considered a violation of ethical standards for animal treatment.

Enforcement and Penalties:

The press release made it clear that any units or individuals found selling or using these traps will face penalties under Section 11 of the Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. The authorities are committed to enforcing this regulation to ensure compliance and to protect animals from inhumane treatment.

The ban on glutrap and gluboard in Ahmedabad district reflects a commitment to upholding the ethical treatment of animals, aligning with the provisions of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. The authorities urge residents and businesses to adhere to the new regulations and seek alternative, humane methods for rodent control.

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