Urgent Action Demanded Against Dog Trafficking Syndicate in Assam

Complaint Filed Against Dog Trafficking

Guwahati, Dec 23: The Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Foundation has lodged a formal complaint with Guwahati Police Commissioner, Partha Sarathi Mahanta, urging decisive measures against a dog trafficking syndicate.

During a press conference held at the Gauhati Press Club, representatives from the organization voiced their serious concerns regarding the escalating issue of a multi-crore dog trafficking operation in the state, attributing it to alleged administrative negligence.

“There have been numerous reports of organized dog abductions occurring in various districts of Assam. It is alleged that dogs are being trafficked swiftly to neighboring states, especially to suburban regions. Certain traders are implicated in this illicit activity. Despite filing multiple FIRs at different police stations, the authorities have been unable to halt this illegal trade,” the statement indicated.

The organization claimed that, according to information from various sources, dogs are being transported daily from Upper Assam to Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and other locations, concealed within the compartments of both small and luxury vehicles for sale.

“Reports suggest the presence of active illegal dog selling syndicates in various areas, including parts of Meghalaya. Each dog is reportedly sold for prices ranging from Rs 8,000 to Rs 10,000. Since November, nearly 1,000 dogs have allegedly been kidnapped. In many regions, a significant number of dogs have gone missing recently, which is both alarming and distressing,” they stated.

The Foundation is calling for the immediate apprehension of the masterminds behind this extensive syndicate.