Man's 3-Year Absence Turns Flat into Pigeon Sanctuary; Repairs Cost Millions

• A man in Russia's Vorkuta returned to his flat after three years to find it completely taken over by dozens of pigeons.
• He had forgotten to close a window before leaving for work in Siberia, allowing pigeons to nest and turn the flat into their dwelling.
• The apartment was filled with pigeon droppings, feathers, and nests, prompting the owner to jokingly call it "Pigeon Dubai."
• Experts estimate cleaning and repairs could cost 1.5-2 million rubles (₹2.3-2.4 million), nearly the flat's market value.
• Pigeons also pose health risks like bird flu and psittacosis, requiring extensive chemical treatment to make the home habitable.