'Brainstorming On Ways To Kill': Police Step In After Students' 'Dog-Hate' Group Chats At IIT Hyderabad Go Viral
A social media storm has erupted over alleged WhatsApp conversations among students of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT-H), with screenshots purportedly showing discussions about harming or killing dogs on the sprawling campus. The controversy has now drawn the attention of Hyderabad City Police. The allegations were brought into the spotlight by X user Susruthi Vempathi, who…
A recent social media controversy surrounding alleged WhatsApp conversations among students at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad has drawn attention from the Hyderabad City Police. The screenshots purportedly show discussions about harmful practices towards dogs on the university's 576-acre campus, which is home to around 200 dogs. X user Susruthi Vempathi brought the allegations to light, questioning how students at a premier institute could engage in such discussions.
Vempathi claims that students created "dog hating groups on WhatsApp" and brainstormed ways to kill campus dogs. The students allegedly discussed feeding toxic substances like onions, xylitol, coffee, and chocolates to dogs, breaking water bowls, and beating dogs to the point of fractures. Additionally, she alleged that students caring for the dogs faced harassment and hostel termination.
The authenticity and context of the screenshots have not been independently verified, and the Hyderabad City Police have taken note of the controversy. They have tagged the Hyderabad Police Commissioner, SP Sangareddy, indicating that the allegations have come to their attention. The police are calling for greater awareness and understanding of how to manage stray-dog populations on large campuses, while ensuring the protection of both students and animals.
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