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Bengaluru's BBMP to host 'Kukur Tihar' Festival for the first time

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14 Oct, 2024

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Bengaluru is all set to host a unique event on October 17—the Kukur Tihar festival, dedicated to celebrating the special bond between humans and dogs. The event, organized by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), aims to highlight the importance of dogs in the community and appreciate their role in the ecosystem.


As part of this initiative, BBMP is encouraging residents to get involved by scanning a QR code to register for participation. The event will not only honor dogs but also raise awareness about their positive contributions to society, countering common fears regarding bites and aggression.


Partnering with the Sahavardhin Animal Welfare Trust, BBMP’s Animal Husbandry Department will launch several initiatives under the campaign #BITEFREELOCALITY. This program seeks to create “coexistence champions” who will work towards improving human-animal relations and ensuring a humane environment for dogs in the city.


Suralkar Vikas Kishore, Special Commissioner for Welfare at BBMP, emphasized that the festival aims to shift perspectives about dogs, focusing on their loyalty, protection, and companionship. The event encourages community members to share heartwarming stories about street dogs, promoting positive interactions with animals.


Additionally, BBMP is launching a pilot project that will involve pourakarmikas from four city wards, who will collaborate with local restaurants to distribute leftover food to street dogs. The project’s goal is to expand this initiative, ensuring a sustainable system for feeding community dogs across the city.


Those interested in volunteering or participating in the festival can register through the QR code provided by BBMP, with registration closing on October 15.

Stay tuned for more updates on this heartwarming festival as Bengaluru comes together to celebrate man’s best friend!


ALSO READ | Kukur Tihar: Nepal's Unique Festival Celebrating Dogs

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