Ludhiana, June 15 -- Remarks attributed to MLA Kulwant Singh Sidhu on feeding stray dogs sparked a protest outside his residence on Sunday, with around 70-80 people demanding clarity on the issue and raising concerns over the treatment of community dogs.

The protest was followed by a clarification from the MLA's camp, which said feeding stray dogs would not be stopped and that the earlier statement was being withdrawn.

The protesters, including members of animal welfare groups Help for Animals, Furry Angels and Happy Tails, gathered outside Sidhu's residence and alleged that the MLA had suggested that people should avoid feeding stray dogs in public places and instead feed them within their homes.

The demonstrators termed the suggestio...