Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:17pm on 13 Aug 2025,Wednesday India
Karnataka JDS MLC SL Bhojegowda triggered outrage after declaring in the legislative council, “To address the stray dog menace, 2,800 dogs were killed and buried in coconut gardens and coffee estates.” He claimed the dogs were fed poisoned meat, arguing the issue “affects children from poor families” who walk to school, while “children of judges, ministers and legislators” remain unaffected. His comments came days after the Supreme Court ordered Delhi-NCR authorities to round up all stray dogs within eight weeks. Bhojegowda also cited attacks in Bengaluru’s Cubbon Park. Animal rights groups have condemned the statement and demanded immediate legal action. (PC: HT)
