DODA, Dec. 19 -- Deputy Commissioner Doda Harvinder Singh today chaired a meeting to review the functioning of the District Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) here at Conference Hall DC Office Complex.

The meeting was convened to review the overall functioning, coordination mechanism and implementation of animal welfare measures in the district.

Emphasis was laid on strengthening institutional coordination and ensuring effective enforcement of provisions related to the prevention of cruelty to animals.

Detailed discussions were held on rescue and rehabilitation of stray and injured animals, regulation and monitoring of animal welfare activities, strengthening of veterinary support and effective response mechanisms for ca...