The Supreme Court of India has issued strict directions to remove stray dogs from educational institutions, hospitals, and bus stations, following an alarming rise in dog bite incidents across the country. The court ordered that these animals be moved to shelter homes and not released back into the same locations.
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A bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and N.V. Anjaria passed the order on Friday while hearing a suo motu case initiated over media reports highlighting the increasing number of dog bite cases, particularly among children.
The bench also directed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to ensure immediate removal of cattle and other stray animals from highways and expressways, relocating them to designated shelters to improve road safety.
Court Criticises State Governments
The apex court expressed disappointment that many state governments failed to file compliance reports despite earlier directions issued on August 22. Only West Bengal, Telangana, and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) have submitted their affidavits so far.
Earlier, on November 3, the court observed that the problem of dog bites in institutional areas had become a “grave menace”, especially as some employees continued feeding and encouraging stray dogs in public spaces.
The court’s latest order aims to ensure public safety while balancing animal welfare concerns, calling for systematic relocation and sheltering of strays rather than mass removal or harm.
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