Rudrapur residents face growing numbers of stray animals on major city roads. On many stretches, animals are seen sitting or moving in groups, causing drivers to adjust speed and take alternate routes. The uniform spread across Sidkul Dale, Kichha Road, Kashipur Road, Sidkul Cut and Pantnagar Road in recent checks highlights how widespread the issue has become for traffic along busy corridors. In several instances, motorists had to personally move animals off the road to ensure safe passage.
Experts say that repeatedly capturing and releasing animals will not solve the problem. A durable approach requires ongoing monitoring and management to prevent re-entry of animals onto streets. The city needs a list of sensitive zones and regular oversight to curb recurrences.
A major contributing factor to the stray presence is the open waste and discarded food along markets and dense residential areas. When food waste and litter reach the roadside, animals congregate, creating bottlenecks for traffic. Combating this requires coupling animal control with waste management campaigns to reduce attractants and keep roadways clear.
