Mysuru, Nov. 3 -- Stray dog control drive began in May 2026; makes little headway

The implementation of the Supreme Court's directions to control the stray dog population through sterilisation has been moving at a snail's pace in Mysuru district.

Of the 93,164 stray dogs identified in the district, only 4,101 have been sterilised so far, barely 4.4% of total population. At this rate, the programme is unlikely to make a significant impact on the growing stray dog population in the near future. Stray dog attacks have become a major public concern, with several people sustaining injuries. Dog bites also pose the risk of rabies, making timely treatment and control measures essential.

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