Mass Killing Of Stray Dogs Reported In Telangana Amid Rising Dog Bites And Frustration
Telangana: Amid people’s frustration at the rising dog bite incidents, thousands of stray dogs have been found dead across Telangana. A wave of mass killings of stray dogs has been reported from across districts such as Hanumakonda and Jagtial this month, January 2026.
The animal rights activists have come forward claiming that over 1,100 stray dogs have been killed through poisoning or injection with legal substances to eliminate the threat of stray dogs within the past 30 days.
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The activists have pointed out the mass killing continues, citing authorities’ confirmation of laws requiring sterilization and vaccination instead. The development comes amid rising frustration over rising dog bites, which account for at least 122,000 in 2024 alone.
The newly elected representatives have reportedly promised a dog-free village following the December 2025 gram panchayat elections addressing the public concerns over increased biting instances.
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