Supreme Court Reviews Stray Dog Management Amid Conflicting Approaches in Indian Cities

The Supreme Court of India has been hearing a suo motu case on stray dog management, highlighting tensions between animal rights and public safety. Lucknow's public-private partnership has been praised for sterilising and vaccinating over 100,000 dogs since 2019, surpassing WHO recommendations and reducing conflicts. Meanwhile, in Delhi, attempts to remove street dogs following attacks faced logistical challenges and opposition, leading to reinstatement of sterilisation policies. The court has since focused on restricting dogs from sensitive areas like schools and hospitals amid ongoing debates on coexistence and control.