Animal Activists Hold Prayer Meet in Delhi Over Telangana Dog Killings

• Animal welfare activists and environmentalists held a 'terhvi' (13th day prayer ceremony) in New Delhi to mourn the mass killing of community dogs in Telangana.
• The ceremony, held at the India International Centre on January 27, was attended by caregivers, legal experts, and concerned citizens.
• Mass killings of stray dogs were reported in Telangana districts in January and December last year, with the toll reaching 1,200.
• The killings are suspected to be linked to promises made to villagers ahead of gram panchayat elections to address the stray dog menace.
• Activists demanded strict enforcement of animal protection laws, humane dog population management, and accountability for authorities.

Why It Matters: Animal activists in Delhi mourned Telangana dog killings, demanding justice and stricter animal protection laws.