NewzVille Desk
Aiming at public safety, the Supreme Court of India has ordered the removal of stray dogs from the streets of Delhi-NCR, citing the growing threat of rabies and the need to protect young children and newborns.
According to a PTI report, a total of 26,334 cases of dog bites were registered this year. MCD data shows that last year, 68,090 cases were reported.
The apex court has instructed the Delhi government, municipal bodies, and other concerned authorities to begin by relocating 5,000 stray dogs into shelter homes within the next six weeks.
To support the effort, authorities have been directed to:
# Construct adequate shelter facilities
# Deploy trained staff for sterilisation and care
# Install CCTV monitoring for transparency and oversight
The court made it clear that any individual or group obstructing the removal drive will face legal consequences.
Emphasizing the seriousness of the issue, the court stated that all instructions must be implemented without delay, and warned that public health and safety must take precedence, especially for vulnerable populations such as infants and children.
