Stray dog bites 10 people in Angamaly
Ten people were bitten by a stray dog in Angamaly, Kerala, prompting local authorities to address the rising stray population. The municipality is currently seeking land to establish a sterilization and animal birth control facility.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing public health challenge of stray dog management and the lack of adequate infrastructure for animal control in urban areas.
Ten people were bitten by a stray dog near Old Market Road in Angamaly on Friday night (September 25, 2026), after which they sought medical help at nearby hospitals. According to the Angamaly municipality authorities, the people escaped with minor injuries. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m.
According to municipality Vice-Chairperson Wilson Mundadan, the dog has been caught and is being kept in captivity under observation.
“The region has seen an increase in stray dogs because people tend to abandon their pet dogs on the streets. As per our estimate, there are about 600-700 stray dogs in the municipality. A few months ago, a similar incident occurred when a stray dog bit about 20 people. The municipality eventually gave them all monetary compensation,” said Mr. Mundadan.
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