dog attacks
Ujjain Stray Dog Crisis: 11 Attacked in 48 Hours as Public Safety Concerns Mount
Nov 05, 2025 02:12 am CST
Stray dog attacks in Ujjain have reached crisis levels with 11 people bitten in just 48 hours, including victims inside their homes. Official data shows over 20,000 dog bite cases in 2024 alone, primarily affecting children and the elderly, highlighting an urgent public health issue as municipal authorities struggle to implement effective control measures.
Supreme Court Orders States to Address India's Stray Dog Crisis: Compliance and Implementation Challenges
Oct 27, 2025 02:33 pm CST
The Supreme Court has reprimanded state governments for failing to comply with its August directive on managing stray dogs through catch-neuter-release programs. Despite increasing dog attacks nationwide, most states have not submitted required affidavits, while Rajasthan, Chennai, and Noida have begun implementing dog population control measures including sterilization, vaccination, and microchipping in accordance with Animal Birth Control rules.