Woman Claims Rs 20 Lakh Compensation for Stray Dog Attack: A Detailed Breakdown of Her Legal Case

Nov 06, 2025 04:12 pm CST

A Delhi woman has filed a Rs 20 lakh compensation claim against the Municipal Corporation of Delhi following a severe stray dog attack. Priyanka Rai's detailed petition includes Rs 12 lakh for wound area, Rs 4.2 lakh for tooth marks, and Rs 3.8 lakh for trauma, based on a 2023 High Court compensation formula. The Delhi High Court has requested MCD's response by October 29 in this significant case highlighting urban animal attack liability issues.