Delhi University’s Kirori Mal College and StayPawsitive Trust on Sunday jointly launched a mobile application to document and monitor stray dogs in the city, aiming for better management and welfare.
The digital tool will help in documenting and monitoring stray dogs, allowing real-time tracking, medical alerts and health records to ensure timely vaccination and treatment, according to a statement issued by the college.
As part of the technology-driven initiative aimed at the welfare of stray dogs, free vaccination camps were organised, and QR-coded digital ID collars were also distributed.
The collars enable instant scanning to check a dog’s vaccination and health status, creating what organisers described as a “safety net” for both animals and residents,
it read. College principal Dinesh Khattar said the partnership reflects the institution’s commitment to social responsibility. “By providing free vaccinations and digital collars, we are not only ensuring the health of the stray animals on our campus but also setting a precedent for a more humane and responsible community,” he said.
He added that the project, run by the college’s eco-club ‘Bhoomi’, aims to promote empathy and compassion alongside academics. StayPawsitive Trust co-founder Kshipra Jha said the project blends empathy with innovation.
