Mayor Murtaza Wahab Weighs Culling Amid Dog Bite Surge in Karachi

Karachi confronts a growing dog bite surge as Mayor Murtaza Wahab addresses urgent measures to protect residents. He indicates that culling may be necessary if the city demands immediate relief from attacks, while continuing neutering programs remains part of the long-term strategy.

Mayor Wahab Addresses Karachi Dog Bite Surge

Speaking at a ceremony attended by council members and local citizens, Mayor Wahab highlights the trauma faced by bite victims and their families. He stresses that public policy should reflect the collective will of Karachi’s 25 million residents rather than the opinions of a small group. While neutering programs take time to show results, he states that faster, decisive measures, including culling, could be considered if immediate safety is the top priority.

Legal Hurdles Complicate Stray Dog Control

Mayor Wahab points to repeated legal obstacles that delay action, noting that a small group frequently approaches courts to block measures. He cites India’s Supreme Court, which allowed culling alongside neutering, as a comparable approach that may inform local strategies. Hundreds of bites in recent days underscore the urgency of swift and effective intervention.

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Infrastructure Projects Continue Alongside Public Safety Efforts

Beyond the canine crisis, Mayor Wahab also advances major infrastructure projects. He begins reconstruction of SUPARCO Road in District Keamari, a Rs8 billion initiative, and inaugurates rehabilitation of Hub River Road to Tori Bangash Road in Ittehad Town, costing approximately Rs56 million. These efforts reflect the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation’s commitment to urban development while addressing immediate public safety challenges.

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