Advisory for Establishment of 24×7 Helpline and Provision of Emergency Veterinary Services for Injured and Sick Animals dated 04.08.2025

Animal Welfare Board of India issued an advisory on 4 Aug 2025 urging the creation of a 24‑hour helpline and emergency veterinary services for injured and sick animals. The advisory recommends that authorities set up a national helpline that remains operational 24 hours a day and that emergency veterinary clinics be made available to treat animals in distress at any time. It does not set penalties or specific deadlines but stresses that these services should be accessible to all animals, including pets, livestock and community dogs. The advisory is a recommendation rather than a legal order, so compliance is voluntary but encouraged. Citizens and community animal feeders can use the helpline to report emergencies and request veterinary assistance. No case number or further details are provided.