Srinagar, May 13 (KNO): Panic has gripped Stadium Colony, Natipora, Lane No. 7 in Srinagar after a series of stray dog attacks left several residents injured over the past few days, with children and elderly persons reported to be the worst affected.
Locals from the area told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the stray dogs, moving in a pack, have turned increasingly aggressive, making movement through the lane unsafe, particularly during early morning and evening hours.
They said multiple bite incidents have been reported, forcing families to restrict outdoor movement and creating an atmosphere of fear in the locality.
“We are living in constant fear. Children cannot step out to play, and elderly people avoid walking through the lane,” said a resident, adding that the situation has worsened in recent days and needs immediate attention from authorities.
Residents further alleged that despite repeated incidents, no action has been taken so far, resulting in continued risk to pedestrians, school-going children and daily commuters passing through the area.
Locals have urged the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and concerned animal control authorities to immediately capture and relocate the aggressive stray dogs. They have called for preventive measures to avoid further attacks in the area—(KNO)