Stray dog case: SC orders fencing of all Govt premises, warns states of stern action for laxity

The Supreme Court on Friday delivered a significant order addressing the growing menace of stray dogs across the country, issuing detailed directions to all States and Union Territories to ensure strict compliance and accountability at the highest administrative levels.

- SAMBHAV SHARMA

A three-judge Bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and N V Anjaria passed the order in three parts.

The bench emphased that Chief Secretaries of States and UTs will be personally responsible for ensuring implementation.

The Court directed all States and UTs to file comprehensive affidavits outlining remedial and preventive measures taken to control stray dog attacks and manage animal populations.