Navi Mumbai: The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has issued a public notice mandating all pet dog owners within its jurisdiction to obtain a valid dog license, as per the provisions of the Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Act, 1949.
In accordance with Chapter 11, Section 149(1), and Section 127(2)(a) of the Act, the “NMMC Dog Tax Regulation 1993” has been officially implemented following government approval under Resolution No. NMC 1692/410/CR48/92 Navi-20, dated May 28, 1993.
The civic body has announced that licenses will be issued through the department offices. Pet owners are required to apply online by visiting the ‘Citizen Services’ section under the Health Department on the official website www.nmmc.gov.in.
“It is compulsory for every pet dog owner to secure a license. Those found keeping dogs without authorization will face penal action,” the notice stated.
The NMMC has urged all pet owners to comply with the regulation at the earliest to avoid fines or legal consequences.
