veterinary infrastructure

As the Supreme Court pushes for stricter stray dog management, animal welfare experts warn that India’s weak civic infrastructure, poor waste management and lack of funding could make humane implementation nearly impossible.

India is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 45°C in many regions, coinciding with the traditional 'Nautapa' period. This harsh spell, linked to solar activity, is crucial for monsoon formation but poses significant health risks, especially in vulnerable communities and for outdoor workers.

Operators of pet resorts and boarding centres say the trend reflects changing city lifestyles, where longer work hours, frequent travel and compact houses make it harder for families to manage pet care on their own.

A new scientific poultry coop design by Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University aims to boost backyard farming in India. This innovative structure, featuring both covered and open spaces, promotes bird welfare and natural behavior, while also integrating a manure management system for valuable compost. The initiative promises to enhance rural livelihoods, nutrition, and income generation with minimal investment.

The Supreme Court dismissed pleas to recall its stray dog relocation and sterilization order, issuing directions to states to augment infrastructure. The court allowed euthanasia for rabid or dangerous stray dogs, emphasizing the need for expert assessment and adherence to animal welfare laws.

The Calcutta High Court has upheld the West Bengal government's restrictions on slaughtering certain animals ahead of Bakr Eid. The court found the notification aligned with previous directives, emphasizing that cow sacrifice isn't a mandatory Islamic practice. Authorities must now decide on exemptions within 24 hours, ensuring proper certification and infrastructure for any permitted slaughter.

India faces a severe dog bite crisis, prompting Supreme Court intervention. The court highlighted alarming figures from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, with lakhs of cases and numerous deaths. It criticized governments for reactive approaches, emphasizing the need for proactive stray dog management and vaccination programs to protect public health and human lives.

At 60, Shakuntala Singh has built a successful dairy farm in Prayagraj, earning over Rs 1 lakh monthly from her herd of 35 indigenous cows. Her expansion was significantly boosted by Rs 21.5 lakh in government assistance under the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, enabling her to scale her operations and provide employment to villagers.

Court filed suo motu PIL over reports of neglected cattle shelters

In a recent meeting, Nalanda MP Kaushalendra Kumar passionately called on officials to accelerate the pace of various development projects while swiftly addressing local challenges. Discussions revolved around enhancing agricultural initiatives, improving animal husbandry services, advancing healthcare facilities, developing rural infrastructure, and urban planning.

Dehradun Municipal Corporation's initiatives show mixed results. While waste management and river cleaning saw significant progress, a plastic-free campaign faced challenges. Plans for a dog shelter and urban beautification are underway, with some projects like grey and pink toilets receiving positive feedback and slated for expansion. Bottle crushers, however, are seeing slow implementation.