Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Kolkata to Build New Dog Pound to Comply with SC's Stray Dog Removal Order
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation is building a new dog pound because the old ones are too small.
The Supreme Court said stray dogs should be moved from public places to shelters.
The new pound will be big enough for 5,000 dogs and people can visit them.
There are many stray dogs in Kolkata, and it's hard to find people to take care of them.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) plans new dog pound due to inadequate existing space
SC ordered removal of stray dogs from public places and their relocation to shelters
KMC seeks space for 5,000 dogs, plans humane facility with public access
2007 survey estimated 55,000 stray dogs in Kolkata
KMC faces challenges in sterilization and veterinary care for stray dogs
- Who
- Kolkata Municipal Corporation, stray dogs, dog lovers, people from affected areas
- What
- Building a new dog pound, removing stray dogs from public places, relocating them to shelters
- When
- Currently, with plans to complete soon
- Where
- Kolkata, specifically at Dhapa within East Calcutta Wetlands
- Why
- To comply with the Supreme Court's order, combat stray dog bites, rabies-related deaths, and road accidents
Stray Dog Lovers
Public Health Advocates
Relocation of stray dogs
Stray Dog Lovers
Oppose removal of stray dogs from their neighborhoods
Public Health Advocates
Support removal to reduce dog bites, rabies, and road accidents
- Existing dog pound capacity
- 280 dogs
- Target capacity for new pound
- 5,000 dogs
- Estimated stray dog population in Kolkata
- 55,000
- SC order implementation deadline
- Not specified in the article
