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A recent ban on pigeon feeding in public places in the Western Indian city of Mumbai became the main point of the outbreak between civilian health and bird lovers.

This month, hundreds of people collided with the police twice, protesting against the closure of decades of feeding a dove, or with a kabutar. (Kabutar – it’s Hindi for pigeons.)

Some thwarted target sheets that cover the place and threaten the uncertain hunger strike. Police have briefly detained about 15 people at another protest, media reports.

Authorities banned the ban on the health care of the healthcare.

The problem is not characteristic of Mumbai. Venice is prohibited by feeding pigeons on historical squares. Singapore imposes great fines, and New York and London regulate feeding zones.

In India, also the cities of Puna and Tana in Maharashtra – from which Mumbai – the capital – imposed penalties for feeding pigeons. Delhi ponders Advisory against feeding Birds in public.

In repression there are angry animal lovers and religious feeders, as pigeons are long woven into the cultural cloth of India.

Movies often use pictures of pigeons that feed grain to cause cities such as Mumbai and Delhi, where birds have familiar presence on balconies and air conditioners.

Some of the Kabutarhan in Mumbai are a significant heritage structures and are said to have arisen as charitable spaces where communities could donate grain.

Religious moods are also involved here. In Mumbai, the Gayne community, who considers feeding pigeons with a pigeon duty, is engaged in voice in his protests.

Elsewhere, many also share the connection with the pigeons – are considered as symbols of peace and loyalty.

In Delhi Saeda Ismat, he says he fed birds for 40 years and considers them to be a family.

“They are innocent. Perhaps the most innocent of all creatures. All they ask is a little kindness,” said Mr. Isamat.

But these moods refer to studies that show that prolonged impact on Litter pigeon causes the risk of pulmonary and respiratory diseases.

Boom in the population of pigeons in India in recent years has increased this risk, which has caused restrictions.

Delhi Fiasis Biodiversity expert said the easy -to -do food has led to the overpopulation of pigeons in many countries.

In India, he said, the problem is worsening a decrease in birds such as woe, commonly known as a sparrow at home, which are increasingly displaced by pigeons.

“With light food and without predators, pigeons multiply faster than if they come out of other urban birds, creating environmental loss,” Mr. Hudsar said.

In the Bird State Report in India 2023 is said The number of pigeons has grown more than 150% Since 2000 – the largest jump among all birds – leaving houses and public spaces, as each bird can produce up to 15 kg (33 pounds) a year.

Studies show that these litter contains at least Seven types of zoonous pathogens This can cause diseases such as pneumonia, fungal infections and even lung damage in humans.

Nirmala Kohli, a 75-year-old Delhi resident, began to complain about a persistent cough and had a breathing problems a few years ago.

“In the end, CT showed that part of her lungs had decreased,” says her son Amin Kohli. “Doctors said this was due to the effects of pigeons.”

Last year, 11-year-old boy died In Delhi because of the increased sensitivity of pneumonitis, a disease that causes inflammation in the lungs. Doctors said the cause was long -term pigeons and feathers.

Rs Pal, Pulmonologist, said the BBC that such cases were distributed.

“Even if you do not directly feed the pigeons, their litter on the windowsills and balconies can cause increased sensitivity of pneumonitis,” he said.

“We also see bacterial, viral and fungal infections in people who regularly bypass pigeons.”

These problems are what made the Mumbai civilian body ban on feeding last month and start the desire to demolish the feeding centers.

The signs are on maintenance, but the Supreme Court of Bombay rejected a request for feeding, calling public health as “paramount” and ordered a strict action on illegal feeding.

Mayor Delhi Raja Ikbal Singh said the BBC that the love of birds could not come at the cost of people.

“Feeding spots often become dirty, leading to unpleasant odors, infections and pests. We are working on minimizing feeding,” he said.

But many animal lovers disagree.

Mohammad Yunus, who supplies grain to the Delhi feeding place, claims that all animals can spread the disease if hygiene is not stored.

“I have been surrounded by pigeons for the last 15 years. If something happened, it would have happened to me too,” he said.

In Mumbai monk Jane told BBC Marathi that thousands of pigeons would die of starvation from the feeding ban.

Mega Unial, a human rights activist, noted that there is no clarity in how the ban on feeding pigeons will be implemented.

“As for the regulation of feeding the dove, it is a word that rushes by the authorities, but no one understands that it can entail,” she said.

Against the background of these competing disputes, efforts are given on average.

Ujjwal Agrain, people for ethical animal treatment (Peta) India, suggests that it only allows pigeons to feed only in the morning and evening.

“It gives enough time to make the civilian bodies clear the place and support the hygiene. Thus, we respect both population health and emotional ties,” he said.

The Supreme Court in Bombay has set up an expert college for proposals on alternatives, and Mumbai civil officials say that under the control that arises may be allowed on the basis of its parade.

For Syed ismat, the solution is to rethink the relationship between birds and urban spaces.

“It may be time to reconsider how we share our cities not only with pigeons, but also with all forms of life,” he said.

Additional report ball daial in Delhi

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