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Airport Denies Dog Abuse Allegations
8 Apr
Summary
- Community dog Dholu allegedly dragged and removed illegally.
- Airport management refutes claims, citing robust animal welfare program.
- Authorities urge public to avoid provoking dogs due to bite concerns.
An airport's animal management program is under scrutiny following accusations of animal cruelty. Dulaar Amanat Foundation shared a video alleging that a community dog, Dholu, was illegally captured and subsequently disappeared. The foundation highlighted that Indian law prohibits relocating sterilized community dogs from their territories.
Airport authorities have vehemently refuted these claims, calling them unfounded. They assert that a well-established dog management program, in line with government and Animal Welfare Board of India guidelines, is operational. This program includes structured feeding, vaccination, sterilization, and designated feeding zones away from public areas.
The airport maintains that its trained professionals manage the program, ensuring the health and behavior of community dogs across its terminals. They have also urged the public to refrain from feeding dogs in public areas or provoking them, emphasizing the growing concern over dog bites and the need for collective responsibility for safety.
