Chandigarh gets dedicated dog ambulance: Faster help, better care for street animals
Manish Tiwari formally flagged off the ambulance at sector 17
Chandigarh, April 19:- In a major citizen-centric initiative aimed at strengthening animal welfare, a dedicated small animal/dog ambulance was formally inaugurated and flagged off today by Sh. Manish Tewari, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Chandigarh in the presence of Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh and other senior officers of MCC.
Provided to the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), Chandigarh under the MPLAD Scheme, the ambulance marks a significant step toward ensuring quicker and more effective care for stray and abandoned animals across the city.
Designed to deliver on-the-spot medical assistance, the ambulance brings relief directly to the streets. Unlike earlier systems that mainly transported animals to SPCA facilities, the new service enables:
Immediate first aid to injured or sick animals without relocation; and
Quick emergency care for critically injured animals, improving survival chances before advanced treatment.
This initiative will directly benefit residents by ensuring faster response to distress calls, reducing the suffering of animals in public spaces, and making neighborhoods safer and more humane.
Speaking on the occasion, the Member Parliament emphasized that compassionate urban governance must include care for all living beings. The move reflects a shared commitment to building a city where both citizens and animals coexist with dignity and care.
The event was attended by SPCA Managing Committee members, and Municipal Councillors. Ms. Ineka Tewari, an active supporter of animal welfare, also graced the occasion and reiterated her commitment to strengthening such initiatives.
With this launch, Chandigarh takes a progressive step toward a more responsive, humane, and citizen-friendly animal care system, ensuring help reaches the voiceless when they need it the most.
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MC Commissioner cracks the whip on Dadumajra waste clearance, stresses strict compliance
Chandigarh, April 19:- Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, accompanied by Chief Engineer Sh. Sanjay Arora and other senior officers, today reviewed the ongoing work of legacy waste clearance at the Dadumajra dumping ground.
During the inspection, the Commissioner took stock of the progress of bio-mining and waste processing activities. He expressed serious concern over delays in achieving the targeted milestones and viewed the performance of the SWM Cell, under its overall incharge, with strong disapproval.
Taking a strict view of the matter, the Commissioner directed the overall incharge, SWM, and concerned officials to ensure completion of the project within the stipulated timeframe without fail. He cautioned that any further delay would invite fixed accountability.
He emphasized that the Dadumajra site remains a critical environmental concern for the city, and its timely remediation is essential for improving public health, sanitation, and the overall quality of life of residents, particularly those living in nearby areas. He also noted that despite being given operational flexibility, the performance of the SWM wing has not been satisfactory.
Highlighting the importance of compliance with the guidelines of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Commissioner instructed that all operations must strictly adhere to environmental norms. These include scientific processing of legacy waste, proper segregation, effective leachate management, and implementation of dust control measures.
He further directed for regular monitoring, timely submission of progress reports, and deployment of adequate machinery and manpower to expedite the work.
Reaffirming the Corporation’s commitment, the Commissioner stated that the project is being closely monitored to ensure that Chandigarh progresses towards a cleaner and sustainable environment in line with NGT directives.