Archive · 10 Jan 2026
Cockfighting Knives Seized in Vijayawada Raid
Police in Vijayawada raided a workshop making knives for cockfights.
They found and took away 421 knives and five machines.
Five people were arrested.
The police chief said they will take strict action against anyone involved in illegal gambling or making weapons.
People can report such activities secretly, and the police will keep their identities safe.
The police want to stop these illegal activities and protect the community.
Meanwhile, as Sankranti approaches, there is a high demand for fighting roosters from specific regions in Telangana.
These roosters are reared in secret farms and can cost a lot of money.
Cockfighting is illegal, but it still happens during festivals like Sankranti.
Police raided a workshop in New Colony of Ayyanki village, seizing 421 cockfighting knives and five production machines.
Five individuals were arrested for their involvement in the illegal activity.
The raid was conducted under the directives of Krishna District Superintendent of Police V Vidyasagar Naidu.
Authorities urged the public to report any unlawful gambling or weapon manufacturing activities, assuring confidentiality.
Strict legal action will be taken against anyone involved in illegal gambling or weapon production.
As Sankranti approaches, there is a spike in demand for fighting roosters reared in specific regions of Telangana, particularly Khammam and Bhadradri Kothagudem districts.
Cockfighting is illegal in India under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, except for traditional fights without blades or betting.
- Who
- Five individuals involved in the illegal manufacturing of cockfighting knives and breeders in Telangana
- What
- Police raid on a workshop producing cockfighting knives and the illegal cockfighting industry
- When
- Thursday and leading up to Sankranti
- Where
- New Colony of Ayyanki village, Kuchpudi police station limits, Vijayawada and Khammam and Bhadradri Kothagudem districts, Telangana
- Why
- To intensify operations against illegal gambling activities and the production of knives used in cockfighting, and to meet the demand for fighting roosters during Sankranti
Anti-Cockfighting Stance
Pro-Cockfighting Stance
Legality of Cockfighting
Anti-Cockfighting Stance
Cockfighting is illegal under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and subsequent court rulings, except for traditional fights without blades or betting.
Pro-Cockfighting Stance
Cockfighting is a traditional and culturally significant activity, especially during festivals like Sankranti, and should be allowed with certain regulations.
Gambling and Weapon Use
Anti-Cockfighting Stance
The use of knives and large-scale betting in cockfights is banned and considered illegal gambling and cruelty to animals.
Pro-Cockfighting Stance
The use of knives and betting is a part of the traditional practice and should be managed with proper oversight rather than outright bans.
- Location
- New Colony of Ayyanki village, Kuchpudi police station limits, Vijayawada
- Items Seized
- 421 cockfighting knives and five machines
- Arrested Individuals
- 5
- Authorities Involved
- Krishna District Police
- Date of Incident
- Thursday
- Reporting Mechanism
- Public can report unlawful activities with confidentiality assured
- Legal Action
- Strict action under the law for illegal gambling and weapon manufacturing
- Festival Context
- Sankranti
- Rooster Breeds
- Aseel (Asil), Peruvian single cross
- Rooster Prices
- Rs 5,000 to Rs 2 lakh per bird
- Breeding Locations
- Khammam and Bhadradri Kothagudem districts, Telangana
