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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
RWAs ask govt to take steps to tackle stray dog menace
New Delhi: Amid growing concerns over the stray dog menace across the national capital, several residents welfare associations (RWAs) of Delhi-NCR assembled at Jantar Mantar on Saturday morning, demanding immediate action by the central govt. Former Union minister and senior BJP functionary Vijay Goel led the protest, which followed the Supreme Court's recent remarks during a case involving alleged harassment of a Noida resident for feeding stray dogs. "We give you a suggestion to open a shelter in your own house. Feed every dog in the community in your own house," the apex court had remarked, stressing the need to protect stray animals while safeguarding public interest too. Criticising the "false activism" of a section of animal lovers, protesters said they fed dogs in public but failed to take their responsibility for long term. Goel said, "If so-called animal lovers truly care for dogs, they should take them into their homes—not turn public spaces into zones of fear." He cited the Noida incident as an evidence of how street feeding without accountability can escalate into public safety concerns. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Beyond Text Generation: An AI Tool That Helps You Write Better Grammarly Install Now Undo You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Noida RWA member DS Rawat argued for stricter enforcement. "These dogs, emboldened by public feeding, become hostile. When incidents happen, the so-called animal lovers are nowhere to be seen when accountability is needed." The protest centered around three key demands put forth by the RWAs. First, they called for the establishment of permanent shelter homes for stray dogs, emphasising that after sterilisation and vaccination, the animals should not be released back onto the streets. Second, they urged govt to revise Animal Birth Control Rules 2023, specifically objecting to the provision that requires stray dogs to be managed by the RWAs. Lastly, they sought a strict ban on street feeding and the introduction of the "no dogs on streets" policy, reinforcing their call for safe, designated shelter facilities for strays. Goel highlighted Delhi High Court's orders dated Nov 14, 2024, and May 21, 2025, directing the creation of 'no-dog zones' in sensitive public areas such as schools, parks, markets and other crowded places. He also pointed out that the chief secretary of Delhi had been ordered by the high court to submit a report by Aug 2025, outlining concrete steps taken to address the issue.


The Hindu
14 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Former Union Minister, RWAs protest for solution to city's ‘stray dog menace'
Former Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Vijay Goel and several delegations of Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) in Delhi held a protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday calling for government action to control the growing 'street dog menace' in the Capital. Mr. Goel expressed concerns over the alarming rise in stray dog attacks, saying, 'The primary victims are children, women, and the elderly. Parks have become unsafe, children have stopped playing outdoors, and people fear even stepping out for a walk.' He said there are 7 lakh dogs in the city. 'Sterilisation alone is no longer sufficient; mass relocation and proper infrastructure are necessary,' he said, adding that aggressive dogs should be relocated to designated shelters, where they can be given special care. 'It is not the responsibility of RWAs to manage stray dogs. This is the government's duty. We need to enforce a clear and effective 'No Dogs on Streets' policy now', the Mr. Goel said. A poster at the protest site demanded 'stern action against those feeding dogs on the street'. Earlier in the week, the Supreme Court, while hearing a Noida-based petitioner's plea alleging harassment in feeding stray dogs, remarked, 'Why don't you feed them in your own house?'


News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
NEWS SCHEDULE
Agency: PTI National news schedule for Saturday, July 19: NATIONAL ****Meeting of opposition leaders ahead of monsoon session of Parliament CPIM (ML) press conference Other political developments and party briefings**** NCR *****Delhi University to release first list of admission to its colleges and related stories Protest by former Union minister Vijay Goel, group of RWA representatives at Jantar Mantar over stray dog menace Aam Aadmi Party press conference***** NORTH ****UP:6 dead in a road accident in Yamuna Expressway in Mathura Kanwar Yatra stories Rajasthan: Alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall warning for some districts. Punjab: CM Bhagwant Mann to visit Barnala to inaugurate development projects.***** SOUTH ****Karnataka: Congress govt convention to inaugurate and lay foundation to various development works, Mysuru Tamil Nadu CM events Telangana: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to deliver convocational address at IIT Hyderabad***** EAST *****Odisha: Congress to observe 'Shraddhanjali Divas' across Odisha marking 11th day ritual of college student's death by self immolation. Party to open a cell at PCC office to help distressed women. Update on probe into of colkege student's death Bihar: Union Minister Jitendra Singh to attend function of Indian Institute of Public Administration in Patna: 3.30 pm Indian Youth Congress's day long job fair in Patna. Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad to address press conference in Mumbai.**** PTI RHL view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 10:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.


The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Stray dog population will hit 70 lakh without govt. action, says Goel
Former Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Vijay Goel on Wednesday hailed a Supreme Court observation advising a Noida resident to feed stray dogs at home. 'If you are an animal lover, then feed them in your home. There are 12 crore stray dogs in the country and seven lakh in Delhi, which will become 70 lakh if the government does not take action,' Mr. Goel, who has been campaigning against the stray dog menace in the city, told media persons here. 'The situation is such that people and children have started avoiding public parks because of the stray dog menace,' said Mr. Goel. The SC on Tuesday, while hearing the Noida-based petitioner's plea alleging harassment in feeding stray dogs, remarked, 'We give you a suggestion to open a shelter in your own house. Feed every dog in the community in your own house.' The Bench said due to stray dogs, 'morning walkers are at risk' and 'cycle riders and two-wheelers are at a greater risk'.


Hindustan Times
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Protest against stray dog menace staged in Delhi's Jantar Mantar
New Delhi, Former Union minister Vijay Goel on Sunday led a protest at Jantar Mantar highlighting the rising incidents of stray dog bites, calling for stronger action from authorities. The demonstration saw the participation of hundreds of people and representatives from more than 100 resident welfare associations and non-governmental organisations across Delhi, said a statement. Several dog attack victims also attended the protest and shared their experiences, it stated. Addressing the gathering, Goel claimed that India is home to over 120 million dogs, with Delhi alone accounting for more than 1.1 million. He claimed that around 20,000 people are bitten by stray dogs across the country daily, including 2,000 in Delhi. Goel demanded 100 per cent sterilisation and vaccination of stray dogs and urged the government to amend the Animal Birth Control Rules, calling them contrary to public interest. He also said that if corrective steps are not taken, "the stray dog population could eventually surpass the human population." The protest witnessed a brief disruption when some dog feeders created a ruckus and argued with the protesters. Police personnel present at the site intervened and removed them from the venue. Stray dogs were also spotted within the protest area. Goel alleged that whenever meetings are organised with resident welfare associations, certain groups of dog lovers arrive to create disturbances and shoot videos, but they are unable to counter the concerns raised by residents. He said the frequent cases of dog bites have led to growing resentment among the public against stray dogs. Citing a recent directive of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Goel urged all state governments to provide compensation to dog bite victims. He also proposed that aggressive dogs should be confined separately in designated enclosures. Highlighting the shortage of anti-rabies vaccines, Goel demanded a halt to their export and called for monthly inspections of sterilisation centres. He also criticised the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for outsourcing sterilisation work to non-governmental organisations, alleging widespread corruption. Instead, he suggested that the MCD should handle the responsibility directly. The former minister said he plans to hold meetings with resident welfare associations across Delhi, visit public parks and engage with officials, ministers and the Mayor to push for a resolution to the stray dog issue.