New Delhi
Incidents of stray dogs and cattle attacks in Delhi are continuously increasing, which has become a matter of serious concern. Recently, the death of a 6 -year -old girl with a dog bite has further increased the seriousness of this problem. A high -level meeting was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, in which various measures including legal amendments were discussed to resolve this problem. It was suggested in the meeting that if permission from the court, the process of transferring these dogs to other places can be considered.
The Delhi government has prepared a comprehensive plan to resolve the issue, in which stray dogs are proposed to install microchips and set up shelter centers for them. This initiative will be supported by the new policy prepared by the Animal Welfare Board of India, and the Delhi government will provide necessary financial assistance for this scheme. However, due to lack of necessary provisions in the current animal birth control rule 2023, the need for amendment is being felt.
Major points of preparation and meeting for change in law
The Delhi government has started considering amendment to Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023. Currently these rules only allow sterilization, but do not allow stray dogs to move elsewhere. In serious cases, the government is planning to move the court to send these dogs to another place. In this context, measures to protect children and the elderly were also discussed in a meeting. According to officials, this is the first time that the court has taken cognizance of the matter by taking seriously.
Why did this situation become? Supreme Court expressed concern
Recently, the death of a girl in Rohini’s Puth Kalan area has caused deep resentment in the society. After this incident, the Supreme Court, taking self-cognizance, expressed concern over the cases of hundreds of dog bites happening daily in Delhi and its surrounding areas. The court also said that these incidents are not only physically, but also mentally negatively on citizens, and especially this danger is more for children and the elderly.
Now what next?
The government is currently waiting for legal advice and court stand before the final decision. However, it is clear from the activities on this issue that both the Delhi government and the judiciary agree to a permanent solution to this serious problem. Experts believe that if relocation is allowed, it can set an example for the whole country.
