Short answer: ❌ No, they can’t.
Under the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) guidelines and multiple High Court judgments, residential welfare associations (RWAs) cannot impose a blanket ban on pets.
✅ What’s allowed?
Framing reasonable rules for hygiene and pet behavior.
❌ What’s NOT allowed?
Forcing you to give up your pet.
Restricting pets from common areas or mandating service lifts only.
Why?
Owning a pet is protected under Article 21 – Right to Life. Harassing pet owners can lead to police complaints and legal action.
📌 Bottom line: Pets are family. The law stands with you.