SC Shocked by Volume of Stray Dog Petitions, Eclipsing Human Cases

• Supreme Court expressed surprise at the overwhelming number of legal filings in the stray dogs case, noting it surpasses many human rights matters.
• The "dog vs human safety" debate has led to a surge in applications, reflecting societal polarization on stray animal management.
• The case originated from a suo motu action in July 2023 after media reports of children being mauled by stray dogs.
• Court previously ordered relocation, sterilization, and vaccination of stray dogs from institutional zones, prohibiting their return to original areas.
• This directive conflicts with ABC Rules 2023; a three-judge bench will hear the case on January 7 to set a national precedent.

Why It Matters: SC highlights disproportionate legal attention on stray dog issue, aiming to balance rights and duties.