Srinagar, Nov. 20 -- The Kashmir Wholesale Mutton Dealers Association on Thursday held a press conference at the Press Club Srinagar, where its President, Mehraj-ud-Din Ganai, raised serious concerns over the persistent harassment and heavy charges imposed on livestock trucks entering Punjab.

Ganai said that mutton dealers have been suffering immensely, alleging that Punjab authorities impose an excess charge of Rs.10,000 per truck, causing major losses to traders. "We have met the state government several times regarding this issue. They assured us repeatedly but nothing has changed on the ground," he said.

He added that the association once again met the government recently, and was assured that the issue would be resolved by November...