Chennai’s urban landscape is undergoing rapid transformation, accompanied by a contentious debate surrounding the responsibility of residents’ welfare associations and apartment owners towards feeding stray animals. Amidst regulatory mandates and ethical considerations, stakeholders grapple with divergent perspectives and pragmatic solutions to address the complex intersection of urbanization and animal welfare. Understanding Rule 20:Rule 20 of the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023, mandates Resident Welfare Associations, Apartment Owner Associations, and local bodies…