Supreme Court's Urgent Intervention in Disturbing Rabies Outbreak

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report highlighting an alarming increase in rabies cases resulting from dog bites in Delhi. With disturbing figures reported, including the tragic death of a six-year-old girl, the court emphasizes the urgent need for action to address this public health issue.

The Supreme Court has urgently taken suo motu cognisance of a troubling media report concerning a surge in rabies cases originating from dog bites in the national capital.

A bench including Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan found the figures in the report, published by the Times of India, deeply concerning.

The disturbing news involves the death of a six-year-old, and highlights a broader public health issue as numerous dog bites are leading to rabies incidences daily.

(With inputs from agencies.)