Supreme Court Orders States to Remove Stray Dogs from Schools and Hospitals

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00:00Remove stray dogs from around schools, hospitals and public spaces and relocate them to shelters,

00:05said the Supreme Court.

00:07The court has issued a major order directing all states and union territories to comply.

00:12The decision comes amid rising concerns over stray dog attacks near educational institutions

00:16and public areas.

00:18District magistrates have been asked to ensure that schools, hospitals and government premises

00:23are properly fenced to keep stray dogs out.

00:25Importantly, the bench said that once captured, dogs must not be released back to the same

00:30area.

00:31They should be moved to shelters with proper care and supervision.

00:34The court also ordered regular inspections to ensure compliance and safety for students,

00:39patients and the general public while maintaining humane treatment of animals.

00:44The Supreme Court's directive aims to strike a balance, protecting public safety while

00:48ensuring stray dogs are cared for responsibly.

00:50How effectively states implement this order will now be closely watched.

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