Rising stray animal population in Wanowrie worries residents

Wanawadi residents have been facing a significant threat to their safety as the number of stray animals has increased in the area. In the last six months alone, 364 people have been bitten by these animals, with two cases being reported every day at the N G Shivarkar Hospital of the municipal corporation.

While dogs have been the primary culprits, there has been a recent increase in the number of patients bitten by cats. The situation has become a matter of great concern for the residents of Kedari nagar, Vikas nagar, Hole vasti, Wanawadi Village, Tatya Tope Society, and Shivarkar Road, where stray dogs and cats have been roaming, posing a significant threat to senior citizens, children, women, and youth.

Residents fear walking on the side of the road as these dogs and cats run over bikers, leading to a possibility of accidents. Hence, citizens have urged the administration to take immediate measures to address this problem and ensure their safety.

It is essential for the authorities to take strict actions to control the population of stray animals in the area and provide necessary vaccinations to the residents. It is high time that the government steps in and takes swift action to prevent any further harm caused by these animals to the citizens of Wanawadi.

“We are regularly sterilizing dogs and cats in the city,” said Dr. Sarika Funde, veterinary superintendent, PMC.

Nividita Kelapure