The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has issued new guidelines for pet-feeding communities in Bengaluru. RWAs cannot ban pets in housing societies and will be monitored for animal treatment. Pets must have access to common areas and elevators, with leashes required but not muzzles.
BBMP issues new guidelines for feeding community animals in public spaces, warns RWA’s.
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Bengaluru: In a recent move, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has released a comprehensive set of guidelines aimed at pet-feeding communities across Bengaluru. The civic body also emphasised that Residential Welfare Associations (RWAs) cannot impose bans on any type of pet within housing societies. BBMP has clarified that RWAs will be under strict surveillance concerning their treatment of pet animals. The bylaws of these associations are mandated to safeguard the well-being of animals residing in housing societies. Pets must be granted access to common areas and elevators, with the condition that leashes are used, although muzzles are not mandatory.
Humane treatment of animals, BBMP advises
The BBMP has also declared that actions such as chasing dogs away with sticks will be deemed illegal. Furthermore, public gardens, tech parks, and similar establishments are instructed to supervise and ensure the humane treatment of pets on their premises.
Guidelines for pet-feeding communities
The BBMP has outlined specific guidelines for communities that feed stray dogs:
These measures aim to create a harmonious environment for both residents and animals, promoting responsible pet ownership and humane treatment of stray animals within Bengaluru.
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