All local bodies across Tamil Nadu have been directed to strictly implement rate revision for Animal Birth Control (ABC) surgeries and dog catching as per the rates issued by the Animal Husbandry department.
In March this year, the minimum rate for ABC was increased from ₹445 to ₹1,650 per dog, which includes ₹200 for dog catching and ₹1,450 for pre-operation care and post-operative care. However, the new rates are not being paid in most places leaving animal welfare centres that do most of the ABC surgeries in a tight spot.
In a circular to Corporation and Municipal Commissioners, the Director of Municipal Administration on September 7 referred to the government order on revised rates and said ₹1,650 must be paid for each dog.
