Delhi Chief Minister Sets Strategies for Stray Dog Issue Following Supreme Court Directive on Their Relocation
The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark directive, mandating the authorities in Delhi-NCR to relocate all stray dogs to dedicated shelters for proper veterinary care, including sterilization, deworming, and immunization[1][2]. The Court has set an eight-week deadline for the establishment of such shelters across Delhi, NOIDA, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad, with progress reports due within two months of the order[1][2].
In a significant move, the Court has directed that stray dogs must not be released back onto the streets or colonies post-treatment, with strict records to be maintained[1]. The order emphasizes the need for adequate staffing at these shelters to manage the capture, sterilization, and care of dogs[1].
Delhi Municipal Corporation mayor Raja Iqbal Singh has expressed his happiness about the Supreme Court's order, stating that it will help in the relocation of stray dogs to shelters[4]. The Court has also indicated that it will take action against any resistance encountered during the stray dog capture drive[1].
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced that the government will prepare a proper plan to address the issue of stray dogs, which citizens have been facing for some time[3]. Kapil Mishra, another Delhi Minister, has reiterated the government's commitment towards the welfare of street dogs[3].
The Supreme Court's order comes as a response to the serious problem of stray dogs that has arisen due to the Delhi government's neglect for many years[5]. The Court's directive is being carried out with the spirit of kindness, compassion, and humanity in mind.
The authorities in Delhi-NCR are now expected to act promptly and file progress reports within the stipulated timeline to ensure the successful implementation of this significant order.
[1] Supreme Court Order, August 11, 2025 [2] Press Release, Supreme Court of India, August 11, 2025 [3] Delhi CM Statement, August 12, 2025 [4] DMC Mayor Statement, August 12, 2025 [5] Kapil Mishra Statement, August 12, 2025
- The Supreme Court's landmark directive on stray dogs' relocation includes stipulations from politics, policy-and-legislation, as it mandates the authorities in Delhi-NCR to establish shelters within a certain timeline and take action against any resistance.
- With the Supreme Court's recent order on stray dog management, the focus of general-news has shifted to crime-and-justice, as the authorities are expected to follow the directive and ensure the successful implementation of the order, with consequences for non-compliance indicated.
