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Activists flag poor conditions at north Bengaluru dog shelter

Activists flag poor conditions at north Bengaluru dog shelter

Animal welfare activists raised concerns over stray dogs facing poor conditions and prolonged confinement at the Medi Agrahara shelter in north Bengaluru. Animal welfare activist Sujaya Jagadish lodged a complaint, and Yelahanka New Town police registered a case under Section 11(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, against Chief Veterinary Officer Dr HK Gangadharaiah and staff member Nitesh. Sujaya stated, “We have been monitoring this shelter since it was constructed.” Activists also alleged that dogs were illegally picked up from educational institutions in the north zone, and that the facility violates Animal Welfare Board of India norms. An inspection report by animal welfare organisations detailed underweight animals, unhygienic conditions, and waste disposal risks. In response, the BNCC denied allegations of starvation and stated that records, medical reports, and CCTV footage would be examined as part of the police investigation.

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