Health & Environment
West Bengal mandates designated feeding spots for community strays or action
The Times of India1h
THE BRIEF
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The West Bengal urban development department has issued guidelines requiring all urban local bodies to designate fixed feeding locations for community dogs in every ward.
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Feeding stray animals outside these approved zones will invite legal action under municipal laws, with sites required to be clear of parks, pathways, and residential entryways.
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Authorized caregivers must register for identity cards and adhere to strict feeding schedules twice daily between 7 am and 7 pm while preventing littering.