NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday expressed displeasure over former Union minister Maneka Gandhi’s criticism of the apex court’s order in the stray dog case. Though the court said that the remarks qualified as “contempt”, it had decided not to go ahead with the charges “due to its magnanimity.”The top court further questioned the BJP leader what “budgetary allocation” she had helped in getting for solving stray dogs problem.The Supreme Court, earlier this month, reviewed the stray dog issue in Delhi-NCR after a rise in dog bite cases. The judges said public safety must come first, especially in places like schools, hospitals, and railway stations. Six Sarpanches Booked in Kamareddy for Mass Killing of Stray Dogs Ahead of Elections They also said people who feed stray dogs should act responsibly. The court questioned who would be held responsible if a dog attacks someone and said that those who want to care for dogs should keep them as licensed pets rather than letting them roam freely.Last year, the SC had directed that stray dogs be removed from the premises of educational institutions, hospitals, and bus and railway stations, and ruled that they should not be returned to the same areas after sterilisation.Maneka had criticised this order saying: “This is as bad as or even worse than Justice Pardiwala’s judgement. This cannot be put into practice…If 5000 dogs are removed, where will you keep them? You need 50 shelters…But you do not have that. You need people to pick them up. What difference will removing 5000 dogs make? If there are 8 lakh dogs here, what will removing 5000 dogs change?…The question is that if this were possible, it would have been done…”About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNew Global Index Puts India Ahead Of US And China, Shifting Debate From Power To ResponsibilityPM Modi Signals Generational Shift As Nitin Nabin Becomes New BJP President, Calls Him His BossOp Sindoor On Kartavya Path: IAF To Showcase How India Fights Modern Wars During R-Day ParadeDefence, Nuclear & Trade Push: Inside UAE Prez’s Short 3-Hour Trip To India, Meet With PM ModiPakistan Pushes To Broaden Saudi Defence Ties Into Wider Islamic World Security Alliance Like NATOBoost For India’s Defence Exports: Rajnath Flags Off First Batch Of Pinaka Guided Rockets To Armenia’MOUs Close To 1L Cr’: Himanta Biswa Sarma Seeks Investment As Assam Makes Davos Debut”Visit Marks Milestone In Strengthening India-UAE Partnership…” MEA On The Visit Of UAE PresidentIndia-US Trade Talks Ongoing In Complex Environment, Says Mukesh AghiBangladesh Admits 645 Minority Incidents In 2025 But Downplays Communal Angle Amid Hindu Killings123PhotostoriesAncient Devi Mantras According to Your Birth DateTamil Nadu temples get a lift: Preserving history, beating floodsHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-style Mushroom Galouti Kebabs for evening snacking5 OTT series that celebrate strong and complex female protagonistsMumbai’s Lokhandwala: 4 decades of dreams, demolition, and rising towers5 desi gobi dishes among the ’29 Best Dishes with Cauliflower’ as rated by top global culinary agency5 reasons why teens prefer texting over talkingTop period dramas to watch on OTT: ‘Bridgerton’, ‘House of the Dragon’, and moreQuote of the day by Sadhguru: “If you are willing to learn, life is constantly teaching.”How to make Kerala-Style Appam and Chicken Stew for lunch at home123Hot PicksSilver price todayBudget 2026Karnataka DGP ScandalGold price predictionNitin NabinPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMatthew StaffordJEE Main 2026Oskar Sundqvist InjuryAndrew CallaghanAtlanta Braves RumorsRoger FedererKlay ThomponJohn Harbaughs WifeBengaluru WeatherDC Robert Saleh
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday expressed displeasure over former Union minister Maneka Gandhi’s criticism of the apex court’s order in the stray dog case. Though the court said that the remarks qualified as “contempt”, it had decided not to go ahead with the charges “due to its magnanimity.“The top court further questioned the BJP leader what “budgetary allocation” she had helped in getting for solving stray dogs problem.The Supreme Court, earlier this month, reviewed the stray dog issue in Delhi-NCR after a rise in dog bite cases. The judges said public safety must come first, especially in places like schools, hospitals, and railway stations.
They also said people who feed stray dogs should act responsibly. The court questioned who would be held responsible if a dog attacks someone and said that those who want to care for dogs should keep them as licensed pets rather than letting them roam freely.Last year, the SC had directed that stray dogs be removed from the premises of educational institutions, hospitals, and bus and railway stations, and ruled that they should not be returned to the same areas after sterilisation.Maneka had criticised this order saying: “This is as bad as or even worse than Justice Pardiwala’s judgement. This cannot be put into practice…If 5000 dogs are removed, where will you keep them? You need 50 shelters…But you do not have that. You need people to pick them up. What difference will removing 5000 dogs make? If there are 8 lakh dogs here, what will removing 5000 dogs change?…The question is that if this were possible, it would have been done...”
