From Street to Wall: Bengaluru’s Heartfelt Farewell to Stray Dog Pikachu

In a beautiful tribute that has delighted so many people on social media, the people of Bengaluru have come together to honour a beloved stray dog named Pikachu with a stunning mural. Pikachu, a stray dog also named after the Pokémon character for his bright yellow hair and active personality, had become a familiar face in the neighbourhood he shared – until he was sadly killed in a road incident. This heartfelt farewell to Pikachu dog has touched the community deeply, turning grief into art and remembrance.

The mural, painted in Indiranagar, is not just a beautiful piece of art but also a touching demonstration of how much the community cares for stray animals like Pikachu. Local artists who share that compassion created the piece, showing Pikachu with his bright eyes and joyful face. Beneath it, the message says simply, “We loved you.” This farewell to Pikachu dog stands as a lasting tribute to the bond between the community and their beloved street companion.

The project began with local residents who had fed and cared for Pikachu for over five years. They described him as gentle, friendly, and deeply connected to people – a welcome sight for early morning walkers, shopkeepers, and school children.

His untimely death deeply saddened many in the area, prompting them to commission the mural. It stands not just as a tribute, but also as a call for greater awareness of stray dogs and road safety, especially regarding speeding.

One passerby, pausing to reflect on the mural, said, “This is enough to make you cry. Pikachu was not just a dog. He was a part of our lives. We are all going to miss him.”

Animal welfare groups have also embraced the mural. They view it as a meaningful step in fostering compassion for stray dogs and spreading awareness about their safety. It also encourages the public to advocate for better protection, stronger animal rights, and improved road safety measures.

As public tributes to this special dog continue, Bengaluru’s Pikachu has become a symbol of love, loss, and remembrance—a reminder to the city that even the life of a street dog holds immense value.