Archive · 24 Jul 2026
HC seeks report on stray dogs issue
The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi government and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to submit a report on the actions they have taken to follow the Supreme Court's orders about removing stray dogs from public areas.
The court wants to find a balance between the concerns of people who love dogs and those who are afraid of them.
The court also mentioned that the problem of monkeys is even more serious.
The report is due by July 31, and the next hearing is scheduled for August 3.
The Supreme Court had earlier directed states and union territories to improve infrastructure to handle stray dogs and other animals.
The Delhi High Court asked the Delhi government and MCD to file a report on steps taken to comply with Supreme Court directions on stray dogs.
The court aims to balance the interests of dog lovers and dog haters.
The report is due by July 31, with the next hearing scheduled for August 3.
The Supreme Court had directed states and union territories to augment infrastructure to deal with stray dogs and other animals.
The court also issued notices to the Centre and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in the matter.
- Who
- Delhi High Court, Delhi Government, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Centre, National Highways Authority of India
- What
- Filing of a comprehensive report on steps taken to comply with Supreme Court directions on removing stray dogs from public spaces
- When
- July 31 (report submission), August 3 (next hearing)
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To address the issue of stray dogs in public spaces and balance the interests of dog lovers and dog haters
Dog Lovers
Dog Haters
Balance of Interests
Dog Lovers
Dog lovers argue that stray dogs should be protected and managed humanely, emphasizing their right to live and the importance of animal welfare.
Dog Haters
Dog haters contend that stray dogs pose a significant public health risk due to bites and that their removal from public spaces is necessary for public safety.
- Court
- Delhi High Court
- Bench
- Justices Dinesh Mehta and Rajneesh Kumar Gupta
- Date of Order
- July 31
- Next Hearing
- August 3
- Supreme Court Directions
- May 19
