The Calcutta High Court asked the West Bengal government and civic bodies to reply within four weeks to a PIL demanding mass sterilisation, vaccination, and shelters for stray dogs. The plea highlighted a steep rise in dog-bite cases from 23,000 in 2022 to over 76,000 in 2024.
Karnataka JDS MLC S L Bhojegowda admitted to killing 2,800 stray dogs in Chikmagalur for “children’s safety,” urging the state to petition the Supreme Court against strays. His remarks have triggered massive backlash from animal rights activists and the public.
A day after ordering removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR, the Supreme Court directed all leftover food be disposed of in covered bins to stop canines from entering its premises. The move aims to curb dog bites, maintain hygiene, and ensure safety.
Stray Dog Menace Sparks Intense Discussion in Supreme Court Following Lawyer’s Injury The Supreme Court recently became the epicenter of a fervent discussion on the escalating issue of stray dogs in India. This conversation was ignited when Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud noticed an injury on Advocate Kunal Chatterjee’s hand and delved into […]
