Protests Ignite Against Relocation of Stray Dogs in National Capital

Animal rights activists and pet enthusiasts gathered on Sunday to protest against a proposal to relocate stray dogs to municipal shelters, citing the inadequacy and non-existence of these facilities.

Demonstrations took place at key locations including Hanuman Mandir near Connaught Place, Ramleela Maidan, and Pacific Mall in Pitampura, with participants voicing concerns about the welfare of the street dogs.

The protesters requested authorities prioritize vaccination and sterilization drives over relocation efforts, highlighting the lack of proper municipal animal facilities. The protest united diverse groups, ranging from lawyers to domestic workers, in shared support for community dogs.

(With inputs from agencies.)