Tag: stray dogs

The court had ordered all strays to be rounded up and confined to shelters—warning of penalties for non-compliance. But the ruling triggered nationwide outrage, with animal welfare groups, citizens, and celebrities condemning the move as cruel and impractical, given the absence of adequate shelters. Responding to the backlash, the court issued a revised ruling on Read More…

The Supreme Court of India has withdrawn its earlier directive to move Delhi’s nearly one million stray dogs into shelters, following widespread public outcry. The top court has now opted for a more humane, science-driven approach that seeks to balance animal rights with public safety. The revised ruling allows only those dogs that are sterilized, Read More…