Asia-Plus Media Group has launched a new special project titled “Right to Life,” dedicated to animal protection in Tajikistan. The editorial team says the initiative responds to the growing urgency and sensitivity of the issue in the country.
Animal welfare remains insufficiently regulated in Tajikistan. There is no comprehensive legislation in place, cases of animal cruelty continue to occur, and the issue of stray animals is often addressed through culling.
Incidents involving dog attacks on people regularly generate public concern and fear. However, the project’s authors note that responsibility for individual cases is often extended to all stray animals, leading to harsher measures rather than systemic solutions.
Meanwhile, the country’s few animal shelters and volunteers largely rely on personal initiative and donations to continue their work.
The issue extends beyond stray animals. Conditions in zoos have repeatedly drawn criticism from animal rights advocates and the public. Reports of wild animals being traded on social media have also raised serious concerns. Contact zoos continue to operate despite ongoing debates about the ethics of profiting from animal exploitation. Dog fighting, though officially banned and publicly condemned, still attracts spectators.
The “Right to Life” project aims to serve as a platform for collective action, featuring rescue stories, expert opinions, and proposals for change.
Readers are encouraged to share their experiences, support shelters, and contribute ideas. The project team can be contacted at [email protected].
Asia-Plus emphasizes that attitudes toward animals reflect the responsibility and maturity of society — and that meaningful change requires joint efforts.
