PETA members protest against the use of leather products in Jaipur

Painted blue and green to resemble planet Earth and holding signs that read, “Save the Planet: Go Leather-Free,” members of

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals

(

PETA

) India protested against the cruelty meted out to aimals for leather production and its environmental destruction ahead of World Environment Day (5 June) in front of

Albert Hall Museum

in Jaipur.

“Leather production is harmful – to the animals killed for it, the land and waterways polluted by it, and the humans exposed to the toxic chemicals used in it. Not only is the leather industry responsible for the torment of millions of cows, buffaloes, and other animals, it’s also poisoning waterways. The waste from leather production also causes skin and respiratory disorders in people who work in and live near tanneries,” says Radhika Suryavanshi,

PETA India

Campaigns Coordinator.

Peta members talking to the tourists

“We can all make the world a kinder and safer place simply by choosing leather-free shoes and clothing. Synthetic leather and other animal-friendly options are available at nearly all major shoe and clothing shops in the country,” she adds. The protest went on for a hour and the volunteers were seen talking to the tourists and informing them about the ill-effects of using leather and urging them to opt for animal-friendly options.