Delhi Govt Denies Teachers to Conduct Stray Dog Census, Labels Reports 'Fake News'

• Delhi government clarified it has not instructed teachers to conduct a citywide stray dog census, calling circulating news 'fake'.
• Directorate of Education (DoE) stated no such directions were issued regarding assigning specific duties to teachers for a census.
• Schools are directed to nominate nodal officers for stray dog issues and coordinate with District Education Officers (DEOs) and civic agencies.
• Responsibility for implementation lies with school heads and civic bodies, focusing on safety measures like fencing and awareness sessions.
• The Supreme Court previously directed local bodies to manage stray dogs in institutions, including fencing, vaccination, and relocation.

Why It Matters: Delhi Govt denies teachers will conduct stray dog census, clarifies schools appoint nodal officers.