A WELCOME MOVE TO ADDRESS THE STRAY DOG–HUMAN CONFLICT - A MATTER OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND HUMAN LIVES.
The recent initiative to address the growing conflict between street dogs and humans—originating from the National Capital Territory and backed by the Supreme Court—is a commendable step for India.
As a humanist, I have been following countless reports from across the country about the increasingly aggressive behavior of stray dogs toward people, instilling fear among both the young and the elderly. Social media is flooded with disturbing videos showing children being chased and attacked by street dogs. The media has also reported tragic cases of children mauled to death, chased into accidents, and subjected to the trauma of multiple anti-rabies injections—leaving entire families in deep anxiety and distress.
What is alarming is that these incidents have continued despite the Supreme Court’s “suo motu” intervention. We must appreciate the concern and commitment shown by the honorable judges in taking up this issue. For years, media reports went largely unheeded, and the administration failed to act decisively, often hampered by pressure from certain groups identifying themselves as “animal lovers,” who became an obstacle to resolving what is, at its core, a matter of public safety and human lives.
True animal lovers can demonstrate their compassion by adopting stray dogs or volunteering at animal care centers—constructive actions that protect both animals and the public.
We fully support the Supreme Court’s decision to begin tackling this serious issue, which has long affected the peace and safety of our communities. This is indeed a positive step toward restoring public confidence and ensuring harmony between humans and animals. - Jai hind more
As a humanist, I have been following countless reports from across the country about the increasingly aggressive behavior of stray dogs toward people, instilling fear among both the young and the elderly. Social media is flooded with disturbing videos showing children being chased and attacked by street dogs. The media has also reported tragic cases of children mauled to death, chased into accidents, and subjected to the trauma of multiple anti-rabies injections—leaving entire families in deep anxiety and distress.
What is alarming is that these incidents have continued despite the Supreme Court’s “suo motu” intervention. We must appreciate the concern and commitment shown by the honorable judges in taking up this issue. For years, media reports went largely unheeded, and the administration failed to act decisively, often hampered by pressure from certain groups identifying themselves as “animal lovers,” who became an obstacle to resolving what is, at its core, a matter of public safety and human lives.
True animal lovers can demonstrate their compassion by adopting stray dogs or volunteering at animal care centers—constructive actions that protect both animals and the public.
We fully support the Supreme Court’s decision to begin tackling this serious issue, which has long affected the peace and safety of our communities. This is indeed a positive step toward restoring public confidence and ensuring harmony between humans and animals. - Jai hind more
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The initiative balances human safety and animal welfare, but its effectiveness will depend on: Efficient implementation by local authorities Community participation in reporting and responsible feeding Continuous monitoring of dog behavior and population more
Nov 08
Are we overvaluing stray animals over human lives? NGOs supporting animals should conduct coaching to train stray animals. Why Government should take that responsibility and spend tax payer's money? People are scared of NGOs dealing with pets come what nuisance these stray animals (dogs, cats) may cause like potting on streets or attack on human beings. more
Aug 22
We are overvaluing corporates. Corporates who wilfully default on bank loans and declare themselves insolvent and get Government to pay using tax payer's money by NCLT route. more
Aug 25
Mr Asish and Mr Sutharshan mentioned clearly that this is not an over night magic . I have a suggestion !!!! why not we meve all these stray dogs across country to Indian borders north and Eaastern border to assist our guards... area limited linked with gurds batch and they can maintain and feed those batchsof dogs... by minitary- govt state and central animal welfare team can maintain minimum numbers og stray dogs eliminatin rabiees affected with in the state and transfer goodones to defence in once in 6 to 8 months, as once in a year to twice the stray dogs do breed. Hence after every season the old ones could be moved to defence.. Mothers and pups can stay back inwith in the state....wheather this will work or not i dont know but well organised monitoring system under the control of Defence can ensure this system function and by this our valuble human border securities life can be saved by pilot dog watching secondary human gurds watch.. hence worth spending... more
Aug 19
Dogs are not meant to be kept in apartments. Changing habits of dogs is going to be responsible for erratic behavior of dogs..and humans who get bitten and get innumerable germs besides deadly rabies viruses. more
Aug 17
I request to everyone to think and conclude fairly by keeping before Almighty GOD. 1. Why wild animals (Lion, Tiger, Elephant etc.) enter HUMAN HABITATS? 2. Whether by killing DOGS EVERY HUMAN BEING WILL BECOME DISEASE FREE? 3. Whether STRAY DOGS ATTACK EVERY HUMAN BEING? 4. What about so called CIVILIZED HUMAN BEINGS WHICH CROSS ALL LIMITS IN COMMITTING HEIONOUS CRIMES DAILY? 5. etc. more
Aug 17
