{
  "id": 9731707,
  "title": "Kutta Singh vs Mahakutteshwar: Delhi’s ‘fat dog’ contest sparks online campaign wars",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/kutta-singh-vs-mahakutteshwar-delhis-fat-dog-contest-sparks-online",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T08:20:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/trending-in-india/fat-dogs-of-delhi-2026-competition-viral-10893437/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Delhi's canine community is engaged in a heated contest to determine which \"fat dog\" deserves the title of the fattest. The \"Fat Dogs of Delhi\" Instagram page, which showcases the city's plump pooches, has launched a competition featuring 64 dogs. The goal is to crown the chonkiest dog in the city, inspired by the annual Fat Bear Week. Owners must submit photographs, the dog's name, and their locality to participate. Kutta Singh has already garnered significant support, with a user sharing a promotional poster and writing, \"Everyone pls vote for Kutta Singh for Fattest dog of delhi 2026.\" The competition has led to real-world campaigning, with supporters promoting their favorite dogs on social media and even creating posters to garner votes. The contest has sparked reactions from people who struggle to choose just one favorite, with some even nominating unusual contenders.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "\"Fat Dogs of Delhi\" Instagram page launches competition with 64 dogs",
    "Kutta Singh leads with strong support from owners and fans",
    "Campaigning leads to real-world promotion and unusual nominations"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}