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The Supreme Court on Tuesday, January 13, warned of heavy compensation to states in case of every dog bites and deaths, adding that the dog feeders would also be held liable.
The Bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and NV Anjaria made the remarks after hearing the stray dogs case for four full days. The bench posted matter for next hearing on January 20.
Observing the rising number of cases of dog bites and lack of accountability, Justice Nath said, "For every dog bite, death or injury caused to children or elderly, we are likely going to fix heavy compensation by state, for not doing anything."
"Also, liability and accountability on those who are saying we are feedings dogs. Do it, take them to your house. Why should dogs be littering around, biting, scaring people?," he added.
The Bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and NV Anjaria made the remarks after hearing the stray dogs case for four full days. The bench posted matter for next hearing on January 20.
Observing the rising number of cases of dog bites and lack of accountability, Justice Nath said, "For every dog bite, death or injury caused to children or elderly, we are likely going to fix heavy compensation by state, for not doing anything."
"Also, liability and accountability on those who are saying we are feedings dogs. Do it, take them to your house. Why should dogs be littering around, biting, scaring people?," he added.
