We Know ABC Works For Strays, But We Don’t Learn It

May 19, 2026 | 21:35 IST

SC’s order sidesteps many practical problems, and it can lead to arbitrary removal of some peaceful dogs from institutional areas. That’s neither humane nor a solution

Supreme Court's order, yesterday, on community dogs, offers partial reassurance, given how polarised the stray dog debate has become. By upholding Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, SC has reaffirmed that indiscriminate culling cannot become state policy.

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We Know ABC Works For Strays, But We Don’t Learn It

SC’s order sidesteps many practical problems, and it can lead to arbitrary removal of some peaceful dogs from institutional areas. That’s neither humane nor a solution

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We Know ABC Works For Strays, But We Don’t Learn It

SC’s order sidesteps many practical problems, and it can lead to arbitrary removal of some peaceful dogs from institutional areas. That’s neither humane nor a solution

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