Effective measures needed to address stray dogs menace in Madurai corporation, say activists
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Effective measures needed to address stray dogs menace in Madurai corporation, say activists

New Indian Express  

MADURAI: Though the city corporation has been taking a series of measures to address the stray dog menace, an average of 1,200 dog bite cases were reported each month in Madurai city in 2024. While plans are in the works to initiate a stray dog census in the city, activists have urged the corporation to take more effective measures, such as promoting the adoption of stray dogs, to find a permanent solution to the issue. According to data received from the Madurai city corporation, a total of 57,958 dog bite cases were reported in Madurai city over the seven-year period from 2018 to November 2024. It is important to note that the stray dog menace continues to be a major issue in the city, with most dog bite cases being caused by stray dogs.

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