Guwahati, July 3 -- Assam Police have arrested 205 individuals across the state following a series of coordinated raids targeting establishments suspected of violating the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021, authorities said.

The operation, which began on July 1, covered 191 hotels, restaurants, and slaughterhouses.

Akhilesh Kumar Singh, Inspector General of Police (L&O) of Assam police, speaking to ANI over the phone, said, "The drive in connection with Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021 was started from July 1, and so far 205 persons have been apprehended across the state."

He added, "The raids were conducted in 191 hotels, restaurants, and houses. During the raids, police seized 1974 kg of beef."

He further stated that this is a ...