SVPMC Intensifies Drive Towards Stray Pigs, 26 Pigs Shifted from Junglighat and Prem Nagar

Sri Vijaya Puram | June 29, 2026

In response to rising complaints from residents, notably from Wards No. 6 and seven, the Sri Vijaya Puram Municipal Council (SVPMC) has intensified its efforts to deal with the growing menace of stray pigs in residential areas and public locations.

According to SVPMC, a number of complaints have been acquired relating to stray pigs roaming in localities, public roads and different frequent areas, inflicting inconvenience to residents and elevating issues over public well being and sanitation. The Chairperson and Ward Councillors have additionally expressed severe concern over the problem and its impression on civic hygiene and the well-being of residents.

As a part of its ongoing efforts to keep up a clear and nuisance-free atmosphere, the Council has been conducting common pig-catching and relocation drives throughout the municipal space. During particular drives carried out on June 25 and June 27, a complete of 26 stray pigs had been caught from the Junglighat and Prem Nagar areas and shifted to Brookshabad. Of these, 10 pigs had been caught throughout the first drive, whereas 16 had been captured throughout the second operation.

SVPMC said that related enforcement drives will proceed frequently, every time required, to safeguard public well being and keep sanitation requirements within the city.

The Council famous that regardless of repeated enforcement measures and consciousness efforts, some livestock homeowners, notably pig homeowners, proceed to permit their animals to roam freely in residential colonies and public locations, creating well being and security issues for the general public.

Reiterating its directive, SVPMC has urged all livestock homeowners to not allow their cattle, together with pigs, to stray in residential areas, markets, roads or any public place. The Council warned that strict motion, together with penalties and different authorized measures, will likely be initiated towards defaulting homeowners in accordance with the relevant legal guidelines.

The normal public has additionally been requested to cooperate by reporting situations of stray pigs to the Council, together with particulars akin to the situation, images and the title of the proprietor, if identified. The data will assist authorities determine the homeowners and provoke applicable penal motion.

SVPMC reaffirmed its dedication to making sure a clear, secure and wholesome atmosphere for the residents of Sri Vijaya Puram by means of sustained enforcement drives, public participation and accountable livestock possession.