Stray Dogs
Supreme Court orders stray dogs removed from public places
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India's Supreme Court has directed states to immediately remove stray dogs from public areas such as schools, hospitals, and transport hubs, citing safety concerns amid rising dog bite incidents. The order requires dogs to be sterilized, vaccinated, and housed in designated shelters without release back to original locations. Animal welfare groups and campus communities express alarm over implementation challenges and impacts on animal rights.
A day after the Supreme Court upheld procedures for managing stray dogs in Delhi, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi is preparing new shelters and a protocol for handling aggressive animals.
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A seven-year-old boy was fatally attacked by a stray dog in Kalyan, Thane district, Maharashtra, leading to his death. His friend was injured while trying to help. The incident has highlighted concerns over the growing stray dog menace and prompted demands for urgent municipal action.