New Delhi, 25 October (H.S.): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday assured animal welfare activist Jagriti Mishra of comprehensive support following the demolition of an under-construction animal shelter in the national capital, ordering an inquiry into the conduct of a junior engineer and directing the police to register a case against those responsible.

CM Gupta met Jagriti Mishra at her residence to discuss the incident and the difficulties arising from the demolition. The Chief Minister said the Delhi government would extend every possible assistance to the activist and ensure that the matter was addressed in accordance with the law.

As part of the action initiated following the meeting, an inquiry has been ordered into the conduct of the junior engineer concerned. The police have also been directed to register a case against those found responsible, while the District Magistrate has been instructed to assist Mishra in establishing the animal shelter.

The Chief Minister further assured financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to support Mishra following the incident.

Reaffirming the government’s position on the matter, CM Gupta said harassment of citizens and the misuse of official authority would not be tolerated. She added that anyone found guilty would face strict action in accordance with the law.

The intervention follows the demolition of Mishra’s under-construction animal shelter, an incident that has drawn attention to the challenges faced by those working to provide care and refuge for vulnerable animals.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar