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Hindustan Times
17 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru records over 13,800 dog bite cases in 6 months amid stray dog concerns
Bengaluru has recorded 13,831 dog bite cases within the first six months of 2025, all within the limits of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). May registered the highest number of incidents at 2,562, while February saw the lowest, with 1,883 cases.(PTI) According to official data, May registered the highest number of incidents at 2,562, while February saw the lowest, with 1,883 cases, Deccan Herald reported. The sharp rise in cases mirrors a statewide trend, with Karnataka witnessing a 36% surge in dog bite incidents compared to the same period last year. Despite ongoing awareness programmes and vaccination drives, officials admit the numbers are "alarming." According to BBMP's Annual Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) report, a total of 50,055 dogs have been vaccinated in the city so far. Bengaluru's stray dog population, as per BBMP's latest census, stands at 2.7 lakh, the DH report further added. Karnataka needs an estimated 38,000 to 40,000 rabies vaccine doses every month, and all government hospitals are required to treat dog bite victims free of cost. (Also Read: Bengaluru civic body rolls out Aadhaar-based eKhata mutation: Here's a step-by-step guide) Supreme Court on stray dogs A plea regarding the relocation of stray dogs was mentioned before a bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Wednesday. CJI Chandrachud briefly responded, saying, 'I will look into it.' This comes in the wake of the Supreme Court's recent directive on Monday, ordering that all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR be picked up within eight weeks and housed in shelters to be set up by the appropriate authorities. The order has sparked a flurry of reactions, while some have welcomed the move as a much-needed relief from rising dog bite incidents, others have criticised it as impractical and warned that forced relocation could worsen human-animal conflict. The matter was again brought before the court along with a reminder of its previous ruling, which barred the relocation or culling of stray dogs and stressed strict compliance with animal welfare laws. (With agency inputs) (Also Read: Bengaluru Metro's Yellow-Green crossover caught on camera, video goes viral)
Time of India
06-08-2025
- Time of India
Lalbagh stray dogs to get calming shots ahead of I-Day flower show
Bengaluru: In response to recent dog bite incidents inside Lalbagh, the horticulture department has initiated measures to control the stray canines in the botanical garden. With the popular Independence Day flower show set to begin Thursday, officials have started administering anti-aggression injections to the dogs found on the premises. In addition, all stray dogs in the garden are being vaccinated against rabies. The horticulture department's technical committee, led by environmentalist AN Yellappa Reddy, recently raised concerns over stray dogs in Lalbagh following an attack on a morning walker. Senior officials told TOI that there are about 175-200 stray dogs inside Lalbagh. "They are fed only once during the night, and during the day, they sneak out in search of food. While not all stray dogs are problematic, about 20-25% of them have been identified as aggressive," explained a senior horticulture official. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru The technical committee, along with BBMP's health and veterinary officials, resolved to put in place five-point measures to manage the stray population and put an end to the biting incidents on its premises. "We decided to identify aggressive stray dogs inside the garden and administer them with anti-aggression injections with the help of veterinarians during the flower show to calm down their aggressive behaviour," explained M Jagadish, joint director of horticulture (parks and gardens). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo Besides, the committee was briefed by the veterinarians that all rabies vaccines have a time limit for their effectiveness. "Every time we vaccinate strays, the effectiveness lasts only for three years. Hence, we decided to vaccinate all of them ahead of the flower show. The veterinarians also recommended sterilisation of all male dogs. Further, a public awareness campaign will also be held to educate walkers, joggers, and visitors on stray behaviour, including enforcing a ban on their feeding of the canines inside Lalbagh," Jagadish revealed. The department has planned to install billboards in various parts of Lalbagh, highlighting dos and don'ts for visitors on their interaction with the stray population. "Some of the suggestions include not teasing or disturbing the strays, and a complete ban on feeding them other than during permitted feeding hours. This will also be communicated to the visitors and discussed with the walkers and joggers' groups," another official explained. However, independent veterinarians are sceptical about the decision of the horticulture department, especially about administering anti-aggression injections. Dr Sumanth M Bedre, a veterinarian from Mysuru, said there is no drug known as anti-aggressive. "The aggression manifests out of multiple factors, including hormonal imbalance. The best method to control the aggressive strays is to sterilise them. It all depends on what type of drug they want to administer, as most of these drugs act as sedatives. The aggression of dogs is part of their behaviour, and experts in dog behaviour can work on it and suggest suitable interventions," he expressed. -By Miya Kennedy
Hindustan Times
06-08-2025
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru resident's viral social media post sparks interest in walking commute trend
Amid worsening traffic congestion and rising transport costs in India's tech capital Bengaluru, a local resident's social media post about ditching autos and cabs in favour of a walking commute has struck a chord online. Sharing personal health benefits and financial savings, the Bengaluru resident sparked a conversation about the viability of walking as a sustainable commuting option. The individual, who lives approximately 5 km from their office, shared that they now walk to and from work three days a week — clocking a total of 30 km weekly. Though initially sceptical about the idea, their experience quickly turned into something much more positive. READ | Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw hits out at authorities over footpath encroachment in Bengaluru 'I started walking 30 km a week instead of using a auto/cab — here's what I noticed,' the resident posted on Reddit. They cited health improvements, saying, walking 10 km per day reportedly helped burn 500–600 calories and improved digestion and energy levels. 'I can feel the difference in my stamina' the resident noted. 'Better digestion, less bloating in the morning, and I feel more energetic during work hours,' they added. Walking also helped reduced stress, they wrote, saying that it became a mental reset, offering time to clear their mind before and after work. READ | 'Refund our tax!': Multilingual protest in Bengaluru ignites debate over shoddy infra The switch also led to a noticeable drop in daily commute expenses, resulting in financial savings, they said, and cheerfully pointed out one of the unexpected bonuses: no more fare haggles or quarrels with drivers. Humorously describing the experience as equivalent to a 'free gym membership', they questioned, 'Has anyone else here tried walking to work regularly? How did it work for you — physically and mentally?' READ | 'Yawning DCM, sleeping CM': BJP attacks Karnataka govt over DK Shivakumar's 'yawn' moment The post amassed several replies from fellow Bengalureans, who said the city is unwalkable as its footpaths are torn up or encroached, and streets are ridden with potholes and traffic. Some took a funny route, writing, 'Little do people know this is a healthcare policy being promoted by BBMP.'
