India, May 10 -- Sir,

The menace of stray dogs has reached alarming levels near Trinetra Circle and Aditya Adhikari Hospital (Contour Road) in the Nanda Gokula residential area. These dogs are increasingly posing a threat to vehicle riders, walkers, and pedestrians, occasionally even launching unprovoked attacks.

Along the Hebbal-Vijayanagar route, packs of strays have created an atmosphere of fear. Their sudden barking often startles drivers, sometimes resulting in collisions with oncoming traffic. It is now a daily sight to witness food delivery personnel being chased for nearly half a kilometre.

Ironically, a majority of the residents in this area identify as animal lovers. Despite the growing public safety issues, many of them stro...