Animal rights activists organize rallies in the city of Thiruvananthapuram

Animal rights activists gathered on the grounds of the Napier Museum on Saturday for ‘Face the Truth’, a program aimed at shedding light on the exploitation of animals in the dairy, meat, egg, clothing, entertainment and other industries .

The event was organized in connection with the celebration of World Vegan Day on November 1. The event aimed to raise awareness “about the inherent value and sentience of animals, emphasizing that they are individuals and not commodities or products,” according to a statement.

Activists held signs and banners with messages while showing undercover footage of animal exploitation. “We have no right to exploit animals for food, clothing, entertainment or research,” stressed Jayaseelan, one of the organizers.

“Animals are sentient beings that feel pain, joy and fear just like us,” he said. Amjor Chandran, co-convenor of the Vegan India Movement, said the ability to recognize animals as individuals with inherent rights is essential for a fair and just society.