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Constitution/Reconstitution of Societies for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at the district level in all the States and UTs dated 12.02.2026

Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars · February 12, 2026

Constitution/Reconstitution of Societies for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at the district level in all the States and UTs dated 12.02.2026

On 12 February 2026 the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular ordering the creation or re‑creation of societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals at the district level throughout every state and union territory in India. The directive applies to all districts across the country.