Stray Dog Incidents in India Raise Safety Concerns and Prompt Calls for Action

In Karnataka's Belagavi district, 44-year-old Vishwanath Shirol died after losing control of his motorcycle while being chased by a stray dog, crashing into a wall. The incident, revealed by CCTV footage, highlighted concerns over increasing stray dog populations. Separately, in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, a man narrowly escaped a stray dog attack, prompting local residents to demand action. The Supreme Court has criticized governments for inadequate stray dog control and warned of compensation liabilities for bite-related incidents.