'We will replace horse-drawn carriages with e-carriages in Kolkata': UDMA Minister Agnimitra Paul

Kolkata, Oct 7 (UNI) West Bengal Urban Development and Municipal Affairs (UDMA) Minister Agnimitra Paul on Wednesday proposed a pilot project to replace Kolkata's horse-drawn tourist carriages with electric alternatives, signalling the government's intent to begin phasing horses out of one of the city's most recognisable heritage attractions. Paul made the proposal at a meeting with representatives of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, Kolkata Police, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, CAPE Foundation and the horse-carriage owners' association to discuss how the transition could be implemented while protecting the city's heritage, public safety and the livelihoods of carriage…