Dog deaths inside IIT Hyderabad spark row over animal welfare; students allege punitive action taken over giving food
At the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, a number of stray dogs died on campus, sparking a debate over animal welfare. Some students claim the institute retaliated against them for feeding the animals, while the administration says no disciplinary measures were taken against students who offered food. The incident has heightened tensions between campus authorities and animal‑rights advocates.