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The Supreme Court is hearing a case regarding the treatment of stray dogs by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The petitioner, represented by Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, objected to the MCD’s new rules, claiming inhuman treatment. The court postponed the hearing to January 7, 2026, prompting Sibal’s concern that the MCD would implement the rules and remove dogs without adequate shelters in the meantime. In response, Justice Mehta stated the court will show Sibal a video to ask “what is humanity”. The court has previously directed the relocation, sterilization, and vaccination of stray dogs from institutional areas and the removal of stray animals from highways due to increasing dog bite incidents. The case was initiated in response to media reports of stray dog bites leading to rabies, especially among children.

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Supreme Court to Examine “Humanity” in Stray Dog Case, Cites MCD Rules

New Delhi – December 18, 2025 – The Supreme Court is set to delve into the treatment of stray dogs by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) in a contentious case. A petitioner, represented by Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, has challenged new rules implemented by the MCD, alleging “inhuman treatment” of the animals.

During a hearing today, Sibal expressed concern that the MCD would implement the rules and begin removing dogs, lacking adequate shelters, before the next hearing scheduled for January 7, 2026. In response, Justice Mehta told Sibal that they would show him a video to ask “what is humanity.”

The Supreme Court had previously directed the immediate relocation of stray dogs from institutional areas, like schools and hospitals, to designated shelters following sterilization and vaccination. This followed a rise in dog bite incidents. The court has also ordered the removal of stray animals from state and national highways.

This case originated from concerns highlighted in media reports about the increasing instances of stray dog bites leading to rabies, particularly affecting children. The ongoing proceedings aim to address both public safety and the ethical treatment of stray animals within the city. The January 7th hearing promises to be a crucial step in resolving this complex and sensitive issue.

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