Ludhiana dog sanctuary: Dairy owners objects to its location as mayor and MP lay foundation stone.
Ludhiana: A proposed dog sanctuary and hospital on Hambran Road, unveiled Wednesday by mayor Inderjit Kaur and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora, has triggered local backlash and reignited debate over how to address the city's stray dog problem.
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Planned over two acres, the facility will offer shelter, medical treatment, spaying, neutering, and vaccinations for injured or sick stray dogs. The project, to be managed by the
(SPCA), aims to house 2,500 animals initially and is being developed in line with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
However, dairy owners near the site objected, claiming the land had been designated for a public park.
A dairy operator who had earlier encroached upon the land reportedly mobilised others against the project. In response, MP Arora promised to develop two separate parks within the dairy complex to address their concerns.
The mayor called the sanctuary "a gift to the people of Ludhiana," saying it would help manage street dog populations humanely while reducing risks to residents. But some activists questioned its effectiveness.
Social worker Maneet Diwan argued that similar existing facilities, like one in Jamalpur housing 750 dogs, haven't resolved aggressive dog encounters. "This facility will prioritise sick dogs — not the ones attacking people," he said, advocating for a robust sterilisation drive instead.
Colonel J S Gill, another animal welfare advocate, said while sterilisation can reduce mating-related aggression, it doesn't eliminate all risks. "A sterilised dog may still act aggressively if threatened or guarding food," he noted. "A comprehensive plan that includes sterilisation, vaccination, and public education is key." Despite mixed reactions, civic officials remain committed to the project, hoping it will mark a turning point in Ludhiana's management of stray animals — though community trust remains a work in progress.
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