Baby Chakraborty | KalimNews | Kolkata | August 25, 2025: A curious error on the official website of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has triggered widespread amusement and debate in the city’s business community. While applying online for a trade license, several applicants were startled to find an unusual document requirement listed in the portal: “Vaccination Certificate (For Dog Reg).”
The unexpected appearance of a dog’s vaccination certificate in a process meant for business licensing raised immediate questions. Citizens humorously wondered if companies could now be registered in the name of pets. “Earlier, I heard of politicians buying flats in the name of dogs. Now it seems even businesses can be started by them!” remarked one social media user.
Sarcasm and jokes spread rapidly online. “This time my pet Doggy-Ty will be the MD (Managing Director)!” quipped another user, while someone else asked, “If a dog’s name is on the license, who will pay the business tax—the owner or the dog?”
Though the KMC has not issued an official clarification yet, administrative sources suggested that the appearance of the option was likely a technical glitch, possibly linked to the pet registration module. Officials hinted that the wrong column may have been displayed under the trade license section due to a system error.
The incident, however, has highlighted how even a minor digital misstep can spark widespread humor, public criticism, and questions about the efficiency of online governance. Until an official explanation is issued, the debate—half critical, half comical—continues to trend across social and business circles in Kolkata.
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