Mira-Bhayander: Activist Opposes MBMC’s ₹5,000 Fine For Feeding Strays Outside Designated Spots, Claims 20 Spots Inadequate; Civic Body To Add More
Mumbai, September 2, 2026: An animal welfare activist has raised concerns against the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation's (MBMC) directive penalising citizens up to Rs 5,000 for feeding stray dogs outside 20 designated areas. The activist termed the order "illegal", citing the number of designated spots as grossly inadequate, warning that the move will escalate human-animal conflict and…
Mira Bhayander's municipal corporation has sparked controversy by fining citizens up to Rs 5,000 for feeding stray dogs outside of 20 designated areas. Activist Roshan Pathak argues the measure is unlawful, citing that the limited number of spots is far too few for a city of over 8 lakh inhabitants spread across 79.4 sq.km. Pathak warns that the policy will likely lead to human-animal conflict and animal cruelty, potentially resulting in more dog bites and public disorder.
He demands immediate withdrawal of the fine and a comprehensive revision of the feeding policy, suggesting MBMC add more feeding points every 100 meters to better accommodate stray populations' natural territorial ranges.
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