'Public safety, animal welfare go hand in hand': Rahul on SC's stray dog order; terms blanket removals 'cruel'

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 (4 hours ago)
Rahul Gandhi opposed the Supreme Court's order on relocating stray dogs. He called it a step back from humane policies. The court directed that Delhi-NCR localities should be free of stray dogs. It also ordered no captured dogs to be released back. The court warned against obstructing the capture drive. Police detained animal rights activists protesting the decision at India Gate.

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