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NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"This Moved Me To Tears" Bengaluru's Mural Immortalises Beloved Stray Dog Pikachu
Proving that the relationship between humans and dogs is eternal, residents of Dollar Colony in Bengaluru's JP Nagar paid tribute to a beloved stray dog named Pickachu by creating a mural in his memory. Named after the Pokemon character, Pikachu was immensely loved by the residents, and now his mural, carved in the stone, will be around forever as a tribute. The memorial was recently spotlighted by Nithin Kumar, a city resident, who made an X post saying, "Walk behind Clarence Public School and you'll spot something special." "A little tribute to a stray dog named Pikachu. People loved him so much they made art for him. Bengaluru has a big heart," added Mr Kumar. Indie Dogs Universe and The Great Indian Dog Stories jointly installed the mural as a tribute to Pikachu, who died in a road accident. Walk behind Clarence Public School at Dollars Colony in JP Nagar and you'll spot something special. A little tribute to a stray dog named Pikachu. People loved him so much they made art for him. Now BBMP is feeding 5000 strays cooked chicken rice every day. @peakbengaluru … — Nithin Kumar (@nithinkumrr) July 11, 2025 As the post went viral, social media users reacted emotionally and lauded the individuals for collaborating to develop the mural. "Very happy to see that our dearest Pikachu is warming the hearts of so many people! We love him and miss him so much that we created this little shrine for him," said one user, while another added: "This is in remembrance of a dear departed street animal loved by everyone!" A third commented: "This moved me to tears. Tragically, even his life was cut short by an accident as is the case with 90% strays." The city immortalising one of its dogs comes in the backdrop of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) announcing its plans of feeding street dogs. The municipal body will serve chicken, rice and other forms of nutritious meals once a day to approximately 5,000 dogs. This project is estimated to cost almost 2.88 crore annually and will include the food, transport and cleaning required. Through this programme, the body hopes to ensure that the dogs remain well fed, as underfed animals could be more susceptible to aggressive behaviour towards the general public.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Bengaluru remembers beloved stray Pikachu as city rolls out meal plan for thousands of dogs: ‘The city has a big heart'
Even as Bengaluru makes headlines for traffic snarls and language spats, a kinder side of the city is winning hearts. In JP Nagar's Dollars Colony, right behind Clarence Public School, there's a wall that tells a story of love and loss. Carved into the stone is the face of Pikachu, not the Pokémon, but a beloved stray dog who once roamed the neighbourhood. Locals remember him fondly, and around the stone tribute are hand-written messages that show just how deeply he was cherished. The memorial was recently spotlighted by Nithin Kumar, a city resident, who made an X post saying, 'Walk behind Clarence Public School and you'll spot something special.' His post quickly resonated with Bengalureans online, especially as it coincided with a major new initiative for the city's street dogs. Walk behind Clarence Public School at Dollars Colony in JP Nagar and you'll spot something special. A little tribute to a stray dog named Pikachu. People loved him so much they made art for him. Now BBMP is feeding 5000 strays cooked chicken rice every day. @peakbengaluru… — Nithin Kumar (@nithinkumrr) July 11, 2025 Earlier this week, BBMP announced a daily feeding programme for nearly 5,000 strays across the city. On the menu was warm meals like chicken rice, egg rice, and veggies, carefully planned to offer at least 750 calories per dog. More than 100 feeding stations will also provide clean drinking water, with the goal of not just feeding but improving safety: well-fed dogs are less likely to be aggressive. 🚨 Bengaluru's civic body has launched a dog-feeding scheme worth Rs 2.88 crore, aiming to serve chicken rice daily to 5,000 stray dogs. — Indian Tech & Infra (@IndianTechGuide) July 10, 2025 Online reactions poured in, many touched by the Pikachu tribute. One user commented, 'Very happy to see that our dearest Pikachu is warming the hearts of so many people! We love him and miss him so much that we created this little shrine for him.' Others raised questions about the execution of the feeding plan. 'Don't know if they really feed the stray dogs or some middle men and politician loot tax money of hard working people?' wrote one commenter. Another said, 'Nice gesture. Would be really helpful for the dogs and commune to have 'dog shelter' so proper care is given and there are 'no' stray dogs in the street etc. Solving the root cause will be helpful.'
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
‘Bengaluru has a big heart': City mourns beloved stray dog with moving street art mural
Amid headlines about traffic chaos and language rifts, Bengaluru just reminded everyone it still has a big, beating heart. Around the carving are hand-written messages from Bengaluru residents who clearly haven't forgotten their furry friend.(X/@nithinkumrr) Tucked behind Clarence Public School in JP Nagar's Dollars Colony is a quiet wall with an emotional story. Etched into it is the face of Pikachu, a stray dog that once roamed the neighbourhood, loved by locals and now immortalised in stone. Around the carving are hand-written messages from residents who clearly haven't forgotten their furry friend. The tribute was shared online by Nithin Kumar, a Bengalurean who wrote, 'Walk behind Clarence Public School and you'll spot something special.' And indeed, you will. The post has struck a chord, surfacing just as the city launches a one-of-a-kind initiative for street dogs. (Also Read: 'Every dog has its day': Internet reacts to BBMP's chicken rice plan for Bengaluru's strays) Check out the post here: (Also Read: Double rainbow stuns Bengaluru sky, residents share stunning photos online) Earlier this week, Bengaluru's civic body, the BBMP, announced it would be feeding nearly 5,000 stray dogs daily with warm, cooked meals. Chicken rice, egg rice, and vegetables, tailored for nutrition, will now be served at over 100 designated spots across the city. The meals aim to provide at least 750 kcal per dog, complete with clean drinking water. The BBMP's plan, which has gone viral and sparked dozens of memes, is also rooted in public safety: the hope is that fewer hungry dogs means fewer bite incidents. One user summed up Bengaluru's journey with a cheeky post, 'There was a time when shady folks cooked dog meat and served it to unsuspecting people in Bengaluru. Look how far we've come, now dogs get to eat meat and eggs! Every dog truly has its day.' Another X user imagined a pampered canine life, "Bengaluru dog relaxing in a Jacuzzi after having tummy full of chicken rice and egg rice."
