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New York Votes to Ban Central Park Horse-Drawn Carriages in 2028. New York City’s City Council has voted to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park. The ban is expected to take effect in June 2028, pending the mayor’s signature. The legislation is named after Romanch Mahajan, an 18-year-old Indian tourist. He died in June after a horse bolted and threw him from a carriage. Animal welfare organisations have campaigned against horse-drawn carriages for decades, arguing that the animals face poor working conditions and unnecessary risks. Supporters of the ban argue that these carriages endanger both animals and visitors, pointing to incidents involving runaway horses and animals collapsing in the streets. The decision could affect around 150 active carriage drivers, as well as other workers and businesses that depend on the industry for their livelihoods. The legislation calls for a transition plan to help affected workers find alternative employment and includes measures to prevent the horses from being sold for slaughter. The Transport Workers Union has threatened legal action, arguing that the ban unfairly threatens established businesses and operating licences without securing adequate compensation.
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