Madhya Pradesh in 2023, witnessed a series of unfortunate incidents involving puppies that sparked outrage and led to discussions about animal rights and cruelty.
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Guna Incident – Madhya Pradesh
On December 9, 2023, a man in Guna, MP, was caught on CCTV footage brutally killing a puppy. The video of the incident went viral on social media, leading to widespread condemnation. The man was subsequently arrested. Madhya Pradesh’s Chief Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, termed the act as barbarism and assured strict action against the culprit.
Indore Incident
Earlier in the year, a stray dog was beaten to death in Indore. A case was registered after a person shared a video of the incident with the police. The police launched a search to nab the accused.
Bhopal Incident
In Bhopal, a pet dog named Sultan was killed by trainers at a dog training centre. The incident, captured on CCTV, showed the dog being hanged from a gate. The video went viral on social media, leading to public outrage. The trainers were arrested, and 18 other dogs were rescued from the centre.
Conclusion
These incidents in 2023 have highlighted the urgent need for stricter laws and enforcement to prevent animal cruelty. The public’s response to these incidents shows a growing awareness and concern for animal rights in Madhya Pradesh and across India.