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Supreme Court reserves order on plea to stay directions to remove Delhi-NCR stray dogs

DNA Thursday, 14 August 2025 ()
A bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath, along with Justices Sandeep Mehta, observed that local authorities are not fulfilling their responsibilities and should be present in court to take accountability.
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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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