Supreme Court Slams States Over Stray Dog Menace, Calls Jharkhand's Sterilization Data 'Fraudulent'

• Supreme Court criticizes state governments for making empty promises and lacking concrete action on stray dog management.
• Jharkhand's claim of sterilizing 160,000 dogs in just two months was deemed 'fraudulent' and 'fabricated' by the court.
• Assam reported an alarming 166,000 dog bite cases in 2024, with 20,900 in January 2025 alone, highlighting a severe lack of dog facilities.
• The court emphasized removing dogs from educational institutions and hospitals, noting Karnataka's failure to act despite identifying dogs.
• Concerns were raised about stray dogs impacting tourism in Goa and Kerala, and the issue of stray cattle on highways was also addressed.

Why It Matters: Supreme Court expresses severe displeasure over states' handling of stray dog issues, demanding concrete action and accurate data.