Overview

• Dogs picked up by civic bodies must be sterilised, dewormed and vaccinated, then returned to their original localities, with the August 11 no-release directive kept in abeyance.
• Dogs that are rabid, suspected rabid or demonstrably aggressive are to be treated but kept in separate pounds or shelters rather than released.
• Feeding dogs on streets is prohibited as municipalities set ward-level feeding zones with signage and helplines, with violators and those obstructing officials subject to legal action.
• The bench impleaded all States and UTs, ordered transfer of similar High Court cases, and sought detailed compliance affidavits on ABC resources, with a review due in eight weeks.
• Implementation has begun, with the MCD identifying feeder points and planning shelters and mass sterilisation, and other cities adjusting capacity as readiness remains uneven.