By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Tuesday, February 10, 2026
AGARTALA (Civil Secretariat): In a major step toward ensuring public safety and humane animal welfare, the Government of Tripura held a high-level press conference today at the Civil Secretariat to outline a comprehensive action plan for managing stray dogs, cattle, and other animals on the state’s roads.
The press meet, held at 12:00 Noon, was addressed by Secretary of the Animal Resources Development (ARD) Department, Deepa D. Nair, who emphasized that these measures are being strictly implemented in compliance with the Supreme Court’s directives (dated November 7, 2025).
Compliance with Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules
Secretary Deepa D. Nair informed the media that the state has intensified its efforts under the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023. The mandate focuses on the systematic sterilization and vaccination of stray dogs at designated centers before relocating them to specialized shelter houses.
“Our goal is to balance public safety with compassionate treatment. Local bodies and municipal councils have been tasked with the responsibility of catching and rehabilitating stray animals, supported by the technical expertise of the ARD Department and registered NGOs,” Secretary Deepa D. Nair stated.
Key Infrastructure & Data Highlights:
- Active Hubs: An ABC Centre is currently operational at Hapania, and a major shelter house is functioning at RK Nagar with the assistance of animal welfare organizations.
- Census Data: According to the latest data cited during the meet, Tripura currently has 17,078 stray dogs and 3,361 stray cattle.
- Educational & Health Hubs: Nodal officers have been appointed at schools, hospitals, bus stands, and railway stations to ensure these high-footfall areas remain free of stray animal-related risks.
24/7 Highway Surveillance
Addressing the growing concern of accidents on National Highways, the Secretary highlighted a new multi-departmental coordination effort involving NHIDCL, PWD, and the Transport Department.
- Patrolling: Round-the-clock highway patrols and rapid response units have been deployed to identify and safely remove stray cattle and dogs from high-risk stretches.
- Shelters: Rescued animals are being moved to gaushalas and shelters where food, water, and veterinary care are guaranteed.
Health Preparedness & Public Awareness
ARD Department Director Dr. Neeraj Kumar Chanchal, also present at the briefing, assured the public that all government hospitals across Tripura maintain mandatory stocks of anti-rabies vaccines and immunoglobulin.
The Secretary concluded the session with a plea for social responsibility:
“We urge citizens to adopt responsible practices—avoid abandoning pets and support the feeding of stray animals in shelters during family festivals. This collective action will help build a safer and more compassionate society.”
