Supreme Court's Stray Dogs Case: Compliance on Trial

The Supreme Court is closely monitoring a case regarding compliance with Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules involving stray dogs. Despite previous orders, many states and Union Territories have failed to submit compliance affidavits. The Court has insisted on the physical appearance of chief secretaries for an explanation.

The Supreme Court is set to review the compliance of Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, with a focus on stray dogs, on November 3. The court has mandated that chief secretaries from all states and Union Territories appear in person, barring exceptions like West Bengal and Telangana, after previous directives went unheeded.

During an October 27 session, the Court expressed concerns over non-compliance with its order and the absence of filed affidavits. The bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and N V Anjaria will conduct the hearing, emphasizing the importance of adherence to the outlined rules.

The refusal to allow virtual appearances underlines the Court’s dissatisfaction, as only West Bengal, Telangana, and the MCD have complied. The case initially arose from media reports highlighting rabies incidents due to stray dogs, prompting the Court to broaden its directives across India.