Jammu & Kashmir Tackles Dog Bite Epidemic with Sterilisation Initiative
Jammu and Kashmir has reported over 200,000 dog bite cases in three years, prompting a widespread sterilisation and immunisation drive. The initiative, aimed at curbing the stray dog population, includes the establishment of Animal Birth Control centres across the Union territory to ensure public safety.
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Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a surge in dog bite incidents, registering more than 200,000 cases in three years, as the state implements a vast sterilisation and immunisation initiative.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah disclosed the figures in response to an Assembly question, revealing Jammu and Srinagar as the most affected areas.
The drive, launched between June 2023 and September 2025, aims to reduce stray dog numbers significantly through expanded sterilisation facilities and newly established Animal Birth Control centres throughout the region.
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