Pigeon Peace Protest: Jain Monk Fights for Dadar Kabutarkhana

Jain monk Nileshchandra Vijay has initiated a protest at Azad Maidan in Mumbai against the BMC's decision to close Dadar Kabutarkhana, a traditional pigeon-feeding site. The BMC has designated alternate feeding locations. The protest highlights community concerns over religious significance and pigeon welfare.

In a bold move at Mumbai's Azad Maidan, Jain monk Nileshchandra Vijay has launched a protest against the civic authority's closure of the Dadar Kabutarkhana. This site, cherished by the community for pigeon feeding, is caught in a storm of local activism.

The BMC's recent decision to open alternate pigeon-feeding locations has met with resistance. These sites are situated at varying distances from the original spot, sparking concerns over accessibility and the well-being of pigeons. Vijay stands firm in demanding the restoration of the Dadar location.

While some residents back the civic body's concerns about public health hazards posed by pigeon droppings, the Jain monk emphasizes the site's century-long heritage and significance. The situation has spurred peaceful protests and a pledge to protect these 'messengers of peace,' igniting a public dialogue on tradition versus modernity.

(With inputs from agencies.)