What our readers say: Rising population of canines a concern

Packs of stray dogs can be seen in almost every street, on roads and chowks in residential areas of the city. They run towards two-wheelers, which causes accidents. Dog bite cases

have also increased in the city. The MC authorities should curb the menace by launching some special programmes on priority.

—Sourabh Khurana, Panipat

Traffic jam near Sirsa bus stand a nuisance

Traffic jams near the bus stand in Sirsa have become a major problem for the city's residents. This area, once a convenient location, with the bus stand and the district's largest college located across each other, has now turned into a traffic nightmare, especially during the mornings and evenings. Local residents are demanding that the bus stand be moved outside the city to reduce congestion. However, with the current pace of work by the local administration and roadways department, it seems unlikely that the issue will be resolved soon. The bus stand is located on the Hisar road, where the main railway overbridge starts, and major roads leading to the university, JCD College, mini-secretariat and key government offices also branch off. As a result, the traffic flow is heavy throughout the day, especially with buses constantly moving in and out. This leads to frequent traffic jams and accidents. Residents are urging the state government to find a new location outside the city for the bus stand to reduce congestion. —Suraj Kiran Sharma, Sirsa

Stray cattle roam freely on roads

Stray cattle roaming on roads have become a serious safety concern, causing frequent accidents and traffic disruptions. In both urban and rural areas, these animals roam freely, often obstructing vehicles and endangering commuters. The situation worsens during night, as poor visibility increases the risk of collisions. Despite government efforts like setting up of cattle shelters, enforcement remains inadequate. The authorities should take steps to shift the stray cattle to gaushalas.

Heavy penalties should be imposed on those who abandon their cattle on roads. —Karan, Karnal