India, Sept. 15 -- A simmering conflict between Ghaziabad residents and dog feeders boiled over on Sunday as hundreds of Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) gathered to address the stray dog menace.

The meeting, addressed by former Union Minister and Lok Abhiyan President Vijay Goel, highlighted the growing fear among citizens and the alleged inaction of authorities.

The meeting held at Oxy Society, Bhopra, saw residents voice their grievances. They expressed feeling scared and helpless due to the lack of police and administration action. A key point of contention was dog feeders continuing to feed canines inside societies and apartments, despite what residents claim are clear Supreme Court orders against the practice. Residents cited a ...