LUCKNOW, April 3 -- If you are a pet owner in the state capital, get your pet licence renewed before April ends. The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) is ready to impose fines on unlicensed pets from May, said LMC animal welfare officer Abhinav Verma.

The civic body is preparing to send a proposal to the municipal commissioner for approval, aiming to ensure stricter enforcement of pet registration rules.

Verma said that pet owners who fail to renew the licence by April will have to pay fines from May 1. A penalty of Rs.500 will be imposed on those without a valid licence. Starting June, the fine will increase to Rs.50 per day as late fees.

"Residents should complete the renewal process within April to avoid penalties. The LMC will ta...