Bhumi Pednekar Advocates for Street Dogs Amid Supreme Court Ruling

Actress Speaks Out on Dog Welfare

Mumbai: Bhumi Pednekar, known for her role in the streaming series ‘The Royals’, has recently addressed the pressing issue of dog confinement following a Supreme Court directive.

On Wednesday, she took to Instagram to share heartfelt images and videos featuring her dog, Bruno, along with a detailed caption narrating their journey together.

In her post, she recounted, “Bruno entered our lives at just four months old. Rescued by the wonderful team at @yodamumbai, he was severely injured—his jaw dislocated and tail burnt—yet his spirit remained unbroken. This cruelty was inflicted by children who found pleasure in harming an innocent creature. The fault lies with us for not teaching empathy and kindness.”

She described Bruno as a wise and gentle soul, emphasizing her concern over the Supreme Court's ruling that permits the collection of 300,000 dogs in Delhi for sheltering, reflecting on the plight of street dogs like Bruno.

Bhumi highlighted the dedication of street dog feeders who have tirelessly cared for these animals, advocating for reforms rather than punitive measures against those who help.

She proposed that community-led initiatives for vaccination and feeding, along with mass sterilization drives, are essential for addressing the issue.

Furthermore, she noted, “The Indian Pariah dog has been a part of our culture for over 4,500 years, referenced in ancient texts like the Rig Veda and the Mahabharata, symbolizing loyalty and protection.”

She concluded with a plea for empathy and justice, stating that removing these dogs en masse would only exacerbate cruelty and displacement.