Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:11am on 19 May 2026,Tuesday India
The Supreme Court on Tuesday reaffirmed its November 2025 order directing authorities to remove stray dogs from public institutions, transport hubs and other crowded public spaces. The court said stray dogs should be relocated to shelters and, if necessary, euthanised in cases involving rabid, incurably ill or dangerously aggressive animals. A bench led by Justice Vikram Nath said the government cannot remain a “passive spectator” as dog bite incidents rise across the country. The court highlighted attacks on children, senior citizens and tourists, stressing that public safety is the state’s responsibility. It also ordered stronger vaccination drives, better shelters and improved veterinary infrastructure. (PC: India Today)
