Penalty for dog poop: Enforcement to be challenging, say residents

With the Panchkula Municipal Corporation (MC) proposing a ₹500 fine for pet owners whose dogs are found defecating in public places, residents of the tricity are of the view that enforcing such a rule will be "impractical as it will be a significant challenge" for the municipal authorities.

- Aarya Kumari and Manjari Verma

CHANDIGARH: With the Panchkula Municipal Corporation (MC) proposing a ₹500 fine for pet owners whose dogs are found defecating in public places, residents of the tricity are of the view that enforcing such a rule will be "impractical as it will be a significant challenge" for the municipal authorities.

Animal activist Kashish Kumar, a resident of Mansa Devi Complex, Sector 5, Panchkula, said, "Dog bins should be installed and areas for walking pets should be designated before penalising the owners. Dogs are legally allowed in parks according to the Animal Welfare Board of India's guidelines. Many residents aren't aware of these guidelines."