Today, 18th April, The Delhi High Court invalidated a Central government circular banning specific “ferocious dog” breeds due to lack of private stakeholder consultation. They ordered a new circular after public objections were considered. The Karnataka High Court also set aside a similar circular on April 10. The ban included breeds like Pitbull Terrier, Rottweiler, and Mastiffs.
Today, the Delhi High Court has raised concerns about the recent decision of the Central government to ban 23 dog breeds considered hazardous to humans. Justice Subramonium Prasad has initiated a judicial investigation into the government’s broad categorization of ‘aggressive dogs’, emphasizing the possible violation of both animal and owner rights. The Delhi High Court […]
