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AWBI SHELTER SOP? And How Karnataka can step up ..
Rather than a humane blueprint, this SOP functions as a legally sanctioned framework for mass confinement and systemic cruelty. It directly violates the foundational tenets of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960, the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023, and decades of established jurisprudence.

The CJ Memorial Trust
May 2910 min read


“Judgement Day” for India’s Street Dogs — and for all who care for them
Today 19 May 2026, the Supreme Court is expected to pronounce one of the most significant judgments India has ever seen on the issue of street dogs, public safety, municipal responsibility, and animal welfare.
For the last many months, animal lovers, feeders, rescuers, shelters, veterinarians, municipal bodies, and advocacy organisations across India have lived through relentless uncertainty, anguish, trolling, threats, and fear — while also acknowledging the genuine public

The CJ Memorial Trust
May 193 min read


The Four-Legged Pacemakers: Why Bengaluru’s Indies are the Real Winners of the TCS 10K
If you were at the TCS World 10K this weekend, you might have seen the elite women runners sprinting toward a record. But if you looked clos

The CJ Memorial Trust
Apr 274 min read


Citizen Matters/Oorvani Talk on Pawsitive Coexistence 10 April 2026
Canine Squads have evolved from a passionate grassroots movement into quite a robust if not sophisticated civic infrastructure. What I tri
Priya Chetty-Rajagopal
Apr 163 min read


A Nation Divided, A Constitution Stretched: The Agony of India's Stray Dog Debate
heartbreaking issue: the fate of street dogs. What began as a Supreme Court suo moto hearing on Aug 11th has morphed into a national schism
Priya Chetty-Rajagopal
Jan 206 min read


Bangalore Streetie Protest 18 Nov Freedom Park
Hundreds of concerned citizens, representing a broad cross-section of Bangalore, gathered at Freedom Park for the city's first major protest

The CJ Memorial Trust
Nov 18, 20254 min read


Community Unites on World Rabies Day for Successful Free Vaccination & Awareness Drive at Cubbon Dog Park
Community Unites on World Rabies Day for Successful Free Vaccination Drive at Cubbon Dog Park

The CJ Memorial Trust
Sep 28, 20256 min read


Impact of Delhi’s new street dog guidelines
The Delhi government has issued new guidelines dated 13 Sept 25, for managing street dog populations, rabies eradication, and reducing human

The CJ Memorial Trust
Sep 16, 20253 min read


A Compassionate Path Forward: Protecting Karnataka's Street Dogs While Safeguarding Our Communities
The recent discourse surrounding street dogs, amplified by the Supreme Court's observations and the troubling path taken by Delhi, weighs heavily on our hearts. It implies a false choice – that caring deeply for animals means neglecting human safety. Nothing could be further from the truth. We, the animal lovers and advocates of Karnataka, stand unequivocally committed to both human well-being and animal welfare. We want to step up as citizens, NGO's corporates and government

The CJ Memorial Trust
Aug 14, 20256 min read


Beyond just a Dog Park: Cubbon Park Canines..
In some ways The Cubbon Dog Park is also a call to redefine dog ownership through a lens of civic responsibility and community care—a shift from superficial branding to meaningful, actionable practices that benefit both pets and the community.

The CJ Memorial Trust
May 15, 20254 min read


Cages as a ABC ARV enabler for Bangalore
The CJ Memorial Trust has tried to look at innovative solutions to address critical challenges in animal birth control and rabies vaccinat

The CJ Memorial Trust
May 2, 20253 min read


Tips on Hebbal vet Hospital
Inputs on dealing with Hebbal Vet Hospital for a newcomer ..
Nandita Subba Rao
Apr 13, 20252 min read


BBMP CD Spay Center needs refocus
We express concern about the current state of CD spay facilities for dogs affected with Canine Distemper (CD) under the BBMP's ABC Program

The CJ Memorial Trust
Apr 13, 20258 min read


Managing Missing Dogs and Pets in India
Losing a pet can be a traumatic experience for pet owners, causing significant emotional distress & financial burden. Parents & pets suffer
Priya Chetty-Rajagopal
Mar 22, 20256 min read


#CollarsNotColors Campaign: A Safer Holi for All
Instead of applying potentially harmful colors to street dogs and pets, we encourage everyone to adorn them with reflective collars.

The CJ Memorial Trust
Mar 13, 20253 min read


Remove Spikes on Public fences
pressing issue of spiked fences being used in public construction in and around Bangalore. These fences have been causing immense suffering

The CJ Memorial Trust
Mar 2, 20253 min read


Fixing India’s street dog problem | It’s not as simple as ABC (The Hindu 17 Jan 25)
The Hindu Article -Mumbai Bengaluru are getting it right with WhatsApp groups, collars with QR codes, and a symbiotic relationship between

The CJ Memorial Trust
Jan 17, 202514 min read


FAQ post dog bite process
If a street dog bites someone, it is picked up for observation, to check if it has rabies. There is also a rabies helpline; the case is
Nandita Subba Rao
Nov 19, 20248 min read


Stop listing Illegal Pet Shops, Breeders etc: JustDial, Google Maps & other sites
only SPCA/KAWB registered pet shops and KAWB breeders can sell pets. Hence this listing does neither checks legal status nor abides by law

The CJ Memorial Trust
Nov 6, 20241 min read


BBMP- AH Appraisal 2022
In 2020, we did the first appraisal of BBMP AH under Mr Randeep 's time. It was the first time in India that a NGO rated a civic institution

The CJ Memorial Trust
Dec 31, 20222 min read
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