Ranchi's New Fleet to Tackle Stray Dog Overpopulation

Ranchi has initiated a program to humanely manage its growing stray dog population. Mayor Roshni Khalkho recently launched two dedicated vehicles from the Municipal Corporation office. These vehicles will be used to capture stray dogs for necessary treatment, vaccination, and sterilization.

The initiative addresses public health and safety concerns, as the stray dog population in Ranchi is estimated to be around 34,000. The program aims to ensure residents remain safe while providing medical care to animals at the Chutia hospital.

Regular vaccination and sterilization are ongoing under the animal birth control program, with hopes of stabilizing and eventually reducing the stray dog numbers. Trained personnel will handle even aggressive dogs safely. Furthermore, 57 zones have been designated across 53 wards to facilitate organized feeding for stray animals, catering to concerns from animal lovers.