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SC order on stray dogs: The staggering cost of sheltering Delhi’s street canines - explained

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 13 August 2025 ()
The Supreme Court's order to remove stray dogs in Delhi-NCR and house them in shelters has sparked outrage. Estimates suggest Delhi has up to 10 lakh stray dogs, and activists claim housing them could cost the government ₹10,000 crore.
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News video: SC Orders IMMEDIATE Removal of Stray Dogs from Delhi-NCR | Govt Gets 8 Weeks to Arrange Shelters

SC Orders IMMEDIATE Removal of Stray Dogs from Delhi-NCR | Govt Gets 8 Weeks to Arrange Shelters 01:41

The Supreme Court has directed the immediate removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR, giving the government eight weeks to arrange proper shelters. The order comes amid rising complaints over stray dog attacks and public safety concerns. Authorities have been tasked with ensuring humane relocation,...

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