India’s top court weighs stray dog rules as bite cases surge

0 January 30, 2026 04:56

India’s Supreme Court is reviewing its stray dog directives amid rising dog bite cases and growing debate over public safety and animal welfare. After ordering the removal of stray dogs from public institutions such as schools and hospitals, the court has criticised state authorities for patchy compliance and reserved its verdict on petitions seeking changes to its orders. Questions remain over enforcement, shelter capacity and whether local authorities can implement the rules effectively. Neha Poonia reports for CNA from New Delhi.

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