Ahmedabad is pioneering coexistence with strays through tech-savvy policies from its municipal body. Feeding spots and AI tracking are revolutionizing street hygiene and safety.
AMC has mapped 126 feeding points for dogs across wards, fining off-site feeders to prevent litter. Cows get similar designated zones. This follows government animal control rules and judicial mandates, as per department head Naresh Rajput, targeting feeding-induced disorder.
Wandering cows once jammed roads and sparked crashes. Now, 110,000 are chipped with RFID and microchips. Cameras at major intersections feed data to AI systems that pinpoint owners via image recognition, returning strays efficiently.
Street dogs benefit from shelters offering vaccines and care, curbing rabies effectively. A resident, Ekta, praised: ‘Feeding at one spot ends the roadside filth—city looks better, lives easier.’
This holistic push enhances Ahmedabad’s cleanliness drive, promoting empathy alongside enforcement. It’s a win for animals, drivers, and urban dwellers alike, proving innovation trumps neglect.