Raipur's Canine Crisis: Dog Bites Soar Amid City’s Stray Challenge

Raipur district in Chhattisgarh recorded 51,730 dog bite cases in the last three years. In response, a dog shelter is being built, and sterilisation and vaccination efforts are underway. A further aim is to manage street cattle issues with cow catchers and additional shelters.

In the last three years, Raipur district in Chhattisgarh has witnessed a significant rise in dog bite cases, totaling 51,730 incidents, according to Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai's statement in the state assembly.

Efforts to mitigate the canine crisis include constructing a dog shelter within Raipur Municipal Corporation and implementing a comprehensive program for sterilising and vaccinating street dogs. Despite these measures, the challenge of managing stray dogs on the city's streets remains a concern for local authorities.

In parallel, efforts are underway to alleviate issues related to stray cattle, with Raipur's administration deploying cow catchers and establishing additional sheds to house wandering livestock. The state government continues to review strategies for managing both stray dogs and cattle to ensure public safety and reduce traffic disruptions caused by these animals.