Civic officials blame improper feeding patterns, obstructions in implementation of ABC rules for stray dog menace in Bengaluru

Civic officials blame improper practices in feeding stray dogs and impediments they face in the implementation of the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023, for the continued dog menace in the city. Suralkar Vikas Kishor, Special Commissioner, BBMP, said while the civic body cares for stray dogs, it is unable to effectively implement ABC Rules, 2023, on feeding and vaccination due to opposition by a section of animal lovers. He also added that as and when the civic body clears garbage blackspots in the city, ironically, stray dogs face a crisis of food availability. “BBMP and residents welfare associations should ensure stray dogs are fed properly,” he said.