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Euthanise aggressive, rabid stray dogs if necessary, no FIR against officials acting in good faith: Supreme Court

Bar and Bench · May 19, 2026

Euthanise aggressive, rabid stray dogs if necessary, no FIR against officials acting in good faith: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court stated that euthanizing aggressive and rabid stray dogs is permissible if necessary. Officials who act in good faith while dealing with such cases will not face legal action.