Supreme Court on Stray Dogs and Public Safety
The Supreme Court of India has taken a firm position on the growing public safety risks posed by stray dogs, observing that roads must be kept “clean and clear of dogs” to prevent accidents and injuries. Hearing a suo motu case on dog-bite incidents, the Bench highlighted that the danger is not limited to bites alone. Stray dogs often chase vehicles, particularly two-wheelers and cyclists, leading to falls and serious road accidents. This, the Court noted, makes their presence on public roads inherently hazardous.
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