Kohima, Jan 4: The administration in Kohima has expressed its concern over the “shoot-at-sight” orders for stray dogs by certain organisations in the Nagaland capital.
Additional Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, Rhosietho Nguori has said today that it has come to notice that certain organizations and associations within Kohima Municipal wards and villages under Kohima District have issued “shoot-at-sight” orders for stray dogs.
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He informed all concerned that such actions are in violation of provisions of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (PCA Act) and the Bharatiya Naya Sanhita (BNS). “Acts of this nature are deemed illegal under the law,” it added.
Therefore, the administration has “strictly” prohibited any individual, organization, or association from engaging in such activities.
“The presence of stray dogs should be reported to the office of the Municipal/town council authorities in the urban areas, or to the respective village authorities/concerned area administrative officers in rural areas. The concerned authorities, with the help of the Chief Veterinary Office, shall take care of such stray dogs as per laid down procedures of relevant laws,” the administration also said.
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It further stated that strict action would be taken against those found violating this directive, under relevant provisions of the act/law.
(Newmai News Network)