Mumbai's love-hate relationship with pigeons: Why thousands are taking to the streets after ban on 'kabutarkhanas'

Mumbai's decades-long relationship with pigeons faces upheaval after a court ban on public feeding due to health and heritage concerns. The decision sparked protests from Jain and Gujarati communities, who consider feeding pigeons auspicious. A criminal case has been registered against those defying the ban, while a minister seeks a review, citing starvation concerns.