In yet another disturbing incident, a child was seriously injured after being mauled by a pack of stray dogs in New Shayampet, Warangal, Telangana on Sunday.
According to eyewitnesses, the girl was playing
outside his home when about seven to eight dogs suddenly attacked her, leaving her with multiple bite wounds. She was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors are treating her for serious injuries.
The dog attack has triggered widespread anger among local residents, who have accused municipal authorities of negligence and failure to control the growing stray dog population in the city.
A child was severely attacked by stray dogs in Shayampet, the center of Warangal district Locals are expressing anger that@MC_GWMC only come and take action when the attacks happen, but then they do not pay any attention to it@HiWarangal @orugalluupdates @TriCityWarangal https://t.co/FHkcF4O9UF pic.twitter.com/7XYgzbhcsr
A child was severely attacked by stray dogs in Shayampet, the center of Warangal district
— Public_Voice_Warangal (@Voice_WGL) October 26, 2025
Locals are expressing anger that@MC_GWMC only come and take action when the attacks happen, but then they do not pay any attention to it@HiWarangal @orugalluupdates @TriCityWarangal https://t.co/FHkcF4O9UF pic.twitter.com/7XYgzbhcsr
SC on stray dogs
India continues to face the growing menace of stray dog attacks. In 2024, India reported over 2.2 million dog bite cases, with more than 500,000 victims under the age of 15.
In August 2025, the Supreme Court of India ordered the removal of stray dogs from public spaces in the Delhi–NCR region, a move that drew both support and criticism. Animal welfare activists argued for humane population control measures, while citizens demanded safety from increasingly frequent attacks.
The apex court has since clarified that aggressive or rabid dogs must be kept in shelters, while sterilised and vaccinated animals may be released back into their localities if not dangerous.
