‘No compounding — direct seizure’ policy to apply
Dehradun, July 11: District Magistrate Savin Bansal emphasized that the issue is not merely about animal cruelty, but about human compassion as well. Chairing the meeting of the District Animal Cruelty Prevention Committee at Rishiparna Auditorium, he issued several strict directives aimed at protecting animals and ensuring welfare.
Mandatory registration of dog breeders and pet shops:
The DM instructed that all dog breeders and pet shops must be registered. Any shop running without registration will be immediately shut down.
Survey within 15 days:
A committee headed by the SDM, comprising the Chief Veterinary Officer, Municipal Corporation officials and Food Safety Officers, has been constituted to survey all unregistered dairies and illegal meat shops within the municipal limits. The committee has been asked to submit its report within 15 days.
Zero tolerance policy:
The DM made it clear that there will be no compounding, no challans — direct seizure and sealing of illegal establishments will be carried out.
Immediate relief for injured animals:
The DM approved two dedicated vehicles on the spot for transporting and treating injured or sick animals.
He also directed that manpower from PRD be deployed to operate and maintain these vehicles.
Goshalas in rural areas:
The DM instructed that two additional cow shelters (goshalas) be made ready in rural areas by next month to provide shelter for stray and destitute animals.
Awareness campaigns in educational institutions:
He further directed that awareness programmes against animal cruelty be organized in schools and public forums to sensitize people.
The meeting was attended by Municipal Commissioner Namami Bansal, SDM Apoorva, Chief Veterinary Officer Dr S.C. Joshi, Dr Shailendra, Dr Manjeet Singh, Dr Pooja Pandey, Seema Sharma and other members of the Animal Cruelty Prevention Society.
