As the G20 summit nears, the streets of Delhi see a decline in the usual numbers of their stray canine inhabitants. Authorities, in collaboration with local animal shelters, have begun the process of removing these animals temporarily.
“We have been instructed to keep the streets clear of these animals during the G20 summit,” says Geeta Seshamani, Co-founder of the animal shelter, Friendicoes. “For security reasons and perhaps for the country's prestige, the authorities have decided that the street dogs shouldn't be around the G20 sensitive areas for the four-day summit.”
Nawab, a caretaker at Friendicoes, mentions the temporary nature of this move. “Post the G20 summit, around September 11 or 12, we plan to release the dogs back to their original locations,” he said.
According to Reuters, images from September 6 show the dogs confined in cages, each identified by a 'token number' that provides details like gender and fur color.
With Delhi home to over 60,000 stray dogs, many of its 20 million residents have a soft spot for these animals. However, concerns over safety and potential dog attacks remain a worry for many.
The upcoming G20 summit is expected to be one of the most significant gatherings of world leaders in the Indian capital, with key figures such as U.S. President Joe Biden, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and others in attendance.
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