Archive · 27 Jul 2025
Siliguri Hospital to Curb Stray Dog Threat
The North Bengal Medical College & Hospital in Siliguri is dealing with a problem of stray dogs.
After a person was found dead, likely attacked by dogs, the hospital is taking action.
They will fix the security cameras, get help from police to monitor the area, and sterilize the dogs to control the population.
They are also working to keep the campus clean and safe for patients and staff.
NBMCH in Siliguri will tighten security and begin sterilizing stray dogs.
The measures follow an incident where an unidentified body was found mauled by dogs.
Over 150 stray dogs roam the hospital premises, some exhibiting aggressive behavior.
A coordinated plan for dog vaccination and sterilization will be implemented.
CCTV cameras are being repaired, and security will be increased.
- Who
- NBMCH authorities, the Rogi Kalyan Samiti, and Siliguri Mayor Gautam Deb.
- What
- NBMCH is implementing measures to address the issue of stray dogs and improve hospital security.
- When
- After the incident on July 17, with the Rogi Kalyan Samiti meeting on Saturday to address the issue.
- Where
- North Bengal Medical College & Hospital (NBMCH) in Siliguri.
- Why
- To enhance safety, sanitation, and address the issue of stray dogs on the hospital premises following a recent incident.
- Hospital
- North Bengal Medical College & Hospital (NBMCH)
- Location
- Siliguri, West Bengal
- Incident
- Unidentified body mauled by dogs
- Stray Dog Population
- Over 150
- Actions
- Security Tightening, Dog Sterilization
- Official
- Gautam Deb, Mayor of Siliguri
