Ranchi Municipal Corporation Ramps Up Canine Control Measures
The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) has significantly intensified its efforts to manage the city's canine population through comprehensive sterilization and vaccination drives targeting street dogs. Simultaneously, the civic body is strongly urging residents to register their pet dogs with the corporation to ensure better oversight and public health safety.
Alarming Registration Gap for Pet Dogs
According to the latest municipal survey data, Ranchi is home to approximately 34,000 street dogs and around 25,000 pet dogs. However, only about 2,000 pet dogs are currently registered with the municipal corporation, representing a mere 8% of the total pet population. This significant registration gap has prompted the RMC to launch awareness campaigns and streamline the registration process.
Simplified Pet Registration Process
Residents can now register their pet dogs by paying a nominal fee of Rs 100 per dog. The registration requires submission of essential documents including a clear photograph of the dog, the owner's Aadhaar card for identity verification, and the latest anti-rabies vaccination record. The registration certificate issued by the corporation remains valid for one year from the date of issuance, after which renewal is required.
Comprehensive Street Dog Management Program
The civic body is continuing its established Capture, Sterilize, Vaccinate and Release (CSVR) program for stray dogs across the city. Specialized dog-catching vans are operating systematically across all 53 municipal wards, focusing particularly on public locations such as hospitals, the airport, railway stations, and major bus stands where human-dog interactions are most frequent.
Significant Progress in First Quarter
Between January 1 and March 10 of this year, municipal officials reported substantial progress in their canine management efforts. A total of 439 stray dogs were successfully captured during this period. Out of these, 306 dogs underwent sterilization procedures, while the remaining 133 dogs received medical treatment and were released back to their original locations. These releases occurred primarily in cases involving injuries or accidental conditions that required veterinary attention but not permanent removal.
In addition to the sterilization efforts, over 700 dogs have been vaccinated against rabies across RMC limits during the same timeframe. This dual approach of sterilization and vaccination aims to control both population growth and disease transmission among the street dog population.
Public Health and Safety Focus
The intensified drive comes as part of broader public health initiatives to reduce human-dog conflicts and prevent rabies transmission. Municipal officials emphasize that proper registration of pet dogs enables better tracking of vaccination status and facilitates quicker response during health emergencies. The corporation plans to expand these programs throughout the year with increased resources and community participation.
