Mass Killing of 600 Street Dogs Triggers Outrage in Kamareddy
According to activists, the mass killing was carried out under the supervision of the newly elected sarpanches of the concerned villages. The dogs were reportedly poisoned and later buried at multiple locations.
Kamareddy: Around 600 street dogs were allegedly killed in the villages of Fareedpet, Bandaram Eshwarpally, Bhavanipet and Wadi in Palvancha mandal of Kamareddy district, triggering widespread outrage among animal lovers and rights activists.
According to activists, the mass killing was carried out under the supervision of the newly elected sarpanches of the concerned villages. The dogs were reportedly poisoned and later buried at multiple locations.
Following the incident, animal welfare groups lodged a complaint with the Machareddy police. The police said a case has been registered and an investigation is under way.
As part of the probe, police teams visited the villages, identified the alleged burial sites and conducted a panchanama. Officials are collecting evidence and recording statements from villagers.
Animal welfare organisations condemned the incident and demanded strict action against those responsible. They also called for the effective enforcement of animal protection laws to prevent such cruelty in future.
Police said further legal action would be taken based on the findings of the investigation.
