Punjab and Haryana High Court Orders Monitoring of Chandigarh SPCA Over Animal Care Concerns

The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed closer monitoring of Chandigarh's SPCA shelter following concerns over unpaid staff salaries and inadequate nutrition for about 47 dogs. SPCA doctors admitted dogs received fewer than two eggs daily, below the recommended four to five. Financial assistance totaling Rs 1.2 crore was sanctioned and partially released, though salary delays caused staff shortages and animal neglect. The court appointed a local commissioner with CCTV access to oversee compliance, allowing limited volunteer involvement under strict conditions.