100 Dogs Poisoned Near Hyderabad; Sarpanch Arrested in Cruelty Case
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News18•21-01-2026, 11:01
100 Dogs Poisoned Near Hyderabad; Sarpanch Arrested in Cruelty Case
- •Approximately 100 dogs were poisoned to death in Yacharam village, Rangareddy district, near Hyderabad.
- •This incident follows the killing of over 500 dogs across Telangana just days prior, sparking widespread outrage.
- •Police suspect the killings were orchestrated by the village sarpanch and his aides, with professionals carrying out the act.
- •A complaint by Stray Animal Foundation of India led to a case registered against the sarpanch, ward member, and village secretary under the PCA Act.
- •Authorities are investigating the matter, including searching for the burial site of the poisoned dogs.
Why It Matters: Mass poisoning of 100 dogs near Hyderabad leads to sarpanch's arrest, sparking animal cruelty concerns.
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