13 Aug 2025: A plea concerning the relocation of stray dogs was mentioned before Chief Justice of India BR Gavai’s bench. CJI Gavai said, “I will look into it.”The order has sparked sharp reactions — with some hailing the directive to remove the canines from Delhi-NCR streets within eight weeks as a welcome “relief,” while others condemn it as “illogical” and caution it could escalate human-dog conflicts.
The matter was brought before the Chief Justice on Wednesday morning, along with a reminder of an earlier court order that prohibited the relocation or killing of stray dogs and required adherence to existing laws and regulations on their treatment.
“I will look into this,” the Chief Justice said, offering a glimmer of hope to thousands of animal lovers who oppose the top court’s directive to remove dogs from the streets of Delhi-NCR.
Summary :
The Chief Justice assured that the Supreme Court order regarding the management of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR will be carefully examined to address related concerns.