The Supreme Court is currently reviewing the stray dog case, with a three-judge bench presiding over the proceedings. The hearing, which took place on Thursday, August 14, was prompted by widespread public disapproval of a previous order calling for the removal of stray animals in Delhi-NCR. The case is now under the purview of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and NV Anjaria.
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai stated on Wednesday that he would consider the relocation of stray dogs within Delhi-NCR. When a petition was presented, which sought regular sterilization and vaccination of the animals, CJI Gavai affirmed his commitment to the issue, stating, “I will look into it.” The statement raises questions as to whether the Chief Justice was addressing the 2024 petition or the recent Supreme Court ruling that generated criticism from animal welfare organizations and NGOs.