Euthanasia For Dangerous Dogs, Anti-Rabies Medicine: What SC Directed States In Stray Dog Case

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• Euthanasia For Dangerous Dogs, Anti-Rabies Medicine: What SC Directed States In Stray Dog Case Reported By, Edited By Last Updated: May 19, 2026, 12:54 IST Supreme Court refused to modify its November 25, 2025 order directing the removal of stray dogs from institutional areas such as schools, hospitals and other public facilities.
• Rapid Read SC Stands Firm on Removal of Stray Dogs From Public Institutions.
• (File Photo) The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to modify its November 25, 2025 order directing the removal of stray dogs from institutional areas such as schools, hospitals and other public facilities.
• The apex court also made it clear that stray dogs removed from such places cannot be released back into those areas.
• Along with refusing to change its earlier order, the court issued a series of directions to states, Union Territories and authorities for implementing animal birth control rules and ensuring public safety.