Supreme Court Orders Removal of Stray Dogs from Public Areas: A Comprehensive Plan to Address Rising Dog Bite Cases

Nov 07, 2025 04:10 pm CST

The Supreme Court has ordered the removal of stray dogs from educational institutions, hospitals, and other public areas within eight weeks in response to increasing dog bite incidents. The comprehensive directive includes relocating dogs to shelters after sterilization, establishing dedicated highway patrol teams for stray cattle removal, and creating designated feeding spaces. This landmark ruling aims to balance public safety concerns with animal welfare measures across India.