Indore: A protest was held at Regal Square in Indore on Thursday against the Supreme Court’s August 11 order directing the caging and relocation of all stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR region. The Court has
warned that any obstruction to the implementation of its directive could result in contempt proceedings.
About SC's Order
The Supreme Court stated in its order: “Infants and young children, at any cost, should not fall prey to rabies. The action should inspire confidence that they can move freely without fear of being bitten by stray dogs. No sentiments should be involved.”
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Statement Of The Founder Of Needytail Foundation
Kartik Tanwar, Founder of Needytail Foundation, said, “Street dogs are part of our city’s identity and ecology. Our Constitution respects the lives of both humans and animals.”
Rimjhim Joshi Shende stated, “If Animal Birth Control programmes are monitored and implemented properly across India, rabies cases could be eliminated and the stray population controlled within two years.”
Vijay Agarwal said, “Dogs are considered a form of Bhairav Baba. The issue of stray dogs can be resolved through sterilization and vaccination.”
The protest also drew online support through #NoDogsNoVote, which has been used to raise awareness and express opposition to the order.
The Court has given eight weeks for the relocation of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR and has stated it will monitor compliance.
