The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has launched a crackdown on pigeon feeding in public spaces, issuing 76 challans since January 2026 to combat health risks associated with pigeon droppings. This initiative follows a plea from student Armaan Palliwal, which highlighted the environmental and health impacts of pigeon feeding, including serious lung diseases such as hypersensitivity pneumonitis. The NDMC has conducted surveys to identify feeding locations and is enforcing penalties to maintain public health standards. In addition, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has begun similar enforcement, issuing fines ranging from ₹200 to ₹500 for creating unhygienic conditions in areas like Defence Colony and Lajpat Nagar. Experts warn that feeding pigeons not only supports their rapid breeding but also attracts disease-carrying pests, making these locations hotspots for health hazards. The NDMC is also addressing monkey feeding in public areas, issuing four challans and organizing awareness programs to promote proper garbage disposal and discourage feeding wildlife.