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CM Omar Abdullah Inspects Stray Animal Control Initiative in Jammu & Kashmir
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 08:54 PM
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited a local facility to review the state’s new measures for managing stray animals.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited a municipal animal control center in Jammu & Kashmir on Tuesday to assess the state’s latest stray animal management plan. The visit followed a series of consultations with veterinary officials and local NGOs working on animal welfare.
During the inspection, Mr. Abdullah met with the head of the Animal Control Department and discussed the implementation of humane trapping, vaccination drives, and public awareness campaigns. He emphasized the need for coordinated efforts between government agencies and community groups to reduce stray populations safely.
The CM highlighted that the new measures aim to improve public health, curb disease spread, and enhance the overall safety of residents. He also urged local authorities to ensure adequate funding and resources for the program.
Abdullah concluded the visit by announcing a follow‑up review in the coming months and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to responsible animal management.
During the inspection, Mr. Abdullah met with the head of the Animal Control Department and discussed the implementation of humane trapping, vaccination drives, and public awareness campaigns. He emphasized the need for coordinated efforts between government agencies and community groups to reduce stray populations safely.
The CM highlighted that the new measures aim to improve public health, curb disease spread, and enhance the overall safety of residents. He also urged local authorities to ensure adequate funding and resources for the program.
Abdullah concluded the visit by announcing a follow‑up review in the coming months and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to responsible animal management.