New Delhi: Union Environment Minister Harshvardhan has said that Government was open to the idea of amending the notification of trade in cattle for slaughter to remove fear of people. He said Government will address all issues related to the Centre's recent notification banning sale and purchase of cattle from animal markets for slaughter.

Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a function in New Delhi, Environment Minister said, the Central government will reach out to persons, who have objection over the issue.On Supreme Court's notice to Centre seeking response on pleas challenging the notification, the Minister said, the Apex Court has given time till July 11 but the government will file its response before it.

The ban on sale and purchase of cattle from animal markets for slaughter has been questioned by different political parties and organizations.