Delhi Govt Hikes Fines: Rs 1000 for Unleashed Dogs, Cattle on Roads

• Delhi Government proposes a steep hike in fines for civic violations through the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026.
• Fine for pet dogs roaming without a leash increases from Rs 50 to Rs 1,000; tethering cattle on public roads also rises to Rs 1,000.
• Penalties for defacing house numbers, discharging fireworks, and preventing municipal officials from entering premises are significantly increased.
• Sanitation violations like failing to arrange garbage collection and dumping rubbish on streets will also see higher fines.
• The bill aims to decriminalize some offenses while upgrading others to criminal offenses, with adjudication shifting to municipal authorities.