In a crucial meeting of the Dog Shelter Committee formed by the Standing Committee of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Councillor Yogesh Kumar Verma presented eight practical and impactful suggestions to strengthen Delhi’s stray dog management system. The meeting was chaired by Vice President Sunder Singh Tanwar and attended by senior MCD officials.
Verma emphasized the need for swift implementation, transparency, and accountability, urging officials to stop delays and act decisively. His proposals aim to align with Supreme Court directives, enhance citizen safety, and promote animal welfare through a structured, scientific approach.
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Key Suggestions at a Glance
- Immediate Penalty for Feeding Violations
On-the-spot fines for feeding dogs outside designated zones or obstructing dog squads. Empower veterinary officers and sanitary inspectors to issue challans. - Ward-Wise ABC & Vaccination Targets
Launch sterilization and vaccination drives in every ward over the next six months. Deploy two mobile vans per zone, partner with NGOs, and tag every dog with ear/QR codes. - Scientific Designation of Feeding Points
Declare MCD land, parks, and green belts as feeding zones. Ban feeding near schools, hospitals, markets, and bus stands. Install CCTV and signage at feeding points. - Special Holding Areas for Aggressive or Rabies-Suspect Dogs
Create “High Risk Dog Holding Areas” in each zone. Ensure capture within 24 hours of complaint and prevent release in the same locality. - Expand Shelter Capacity & Staff
Double the capacity of existing shelters. Hire medical staff, assistants, and sanitation workers. Mandate weekly inspections and record audits. - Launch a Unified Helpline for Stray Dog Complaints
Form zonal response teams with 4–6 hour turnaround. Include RWAs, market associations, and school reps in monitoring groups. - Citizen Safety & Awareness Drives
Provide “Dog Bite Prevention Protocols” to RWAs and schools. Ensure anti-rabies vaccines at PHCs. Penalize littering of food waste on streets. - Ward-Level Monitoring Committees
Establish committees in each ward with MCD officials, councillors, RWAs, veterinarians, and NGO representatives.
