The Delhi government has refuted reports claiming the central government directed educational institutions to nominate nodal officers for a stray dog census as "fake news." An official notice clarified that the directive, issued by the Directorate of Education, pertains to public safety and compliance with Supreme Court orders regarding stray dogs, not a census. Schools, stadiums, and sports complexes were asked to submit nodal officer details by November 26, 2025, to ensure adherence to apex court directives.