Pigeon feeding row: BMC invites public feedback from Aug 18–29

Updated On: 18 August, 2025 07:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Eshanpriya MS

BMC has sought suggestions and objections from citizens, between August 18 and 29, on leaving grain for pigeons in public areas; last week, petitioners requested permission to feed pigeons in public during restricted hours, in line with Bombay High Court directives

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Police barricade Dadar kabutarkhana on August 10. PIC/ASHISH RAJE

For the first time since it imposed a ban on feeding pigeons in public two months ago, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is officially asking Mumbaikars for their say on the issue. The civic body has invited suggestions and objections on whether controlled feeding should be allowed at designated times of the day. The window for public feedback opens on Monday, August 18, and will remain open until Friday, August 29.

Last week, petitioners requested permission to feed pigeons in public during restricted hours, in line with Bombay High Court directives. The high court had earlier told petitioners challenging the civic ban to seek permission from the BMC if they wished to continue the practice. On August 12, petitioners wrote to Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, asking for three feeding slots.

BMC has installed a tarpaulin sheet over the pigeon feeding spot at Dadar kabutarkhana. PIC/ASHISH RAJE