Delhi Airport issued a clarification after a video circulated on social media platforms claiming that a dog was tied with a rope, dragged away and taken away by officials.
Users online identified the dog as Dholu, who was described as a community dog and was not “dangerous” or “aggressive”.
In a series of posts on the website DIAL also said it learned through social media of another dog, which has been reported missing since March 26. “We sincerely hope he is safe and around,” DIAL said.
DIAL responds to viral video claim
The video, shared by the Dulaar Amanat Foundation on Instagram, claims that an ancient community dog named Dholu “was tied with a rope, dragged on the road, and illegally picked up.” The account claimed that Dholu has “disappeared” since then, adding that he has not been found in any unit or shelter, according to the ABC. It also noted “no clear response” from authorities.
“Under Indian law, community dogs cannot be removed from their territory once they have been sterilized and vaccinated. Relocation disrupts their survival, causes stress, and often results in death,” the post read.
In response to the video, DIAL said it “strongly condemns” these “baseless allegations”, adding that the airport has a “comprehensive and well-established dog management programme”. This is being implemented as per government and Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) guidelines, she said.
“The program includes organized feeding, regular vaccination, sterilization and designated feeding areas away from passenger traffic areas, and is being implemented in coordination with the municipality (MCD) and animal welfare NGOs,” DIAL captioned the video posted on Instagram.
The airport said the program has been running for a “long time” and is run by trained professionals, adding that allegations of negligence and inaction are “untrue and misleading.” The airport also said in its posts on
However, DIAL urged visitors and posts to avoid feeding dogs in public or engaging in any actions that “may provoke them”. “The increase in dog bite incidents is a real concern, and ensuring safety – for both people and animals – requires a collective responsibility,” DIAL added.
