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Jakhar flags concerns over SC order on stray dogs, calls it against Indian values
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, January 4, 2026: Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar has expressed concern over the Supreme Court’s directions regarding the removal of stray dogs from public places, stating that any implementation must align with India’s cultural and spiritual traditions that emphasise compassion towards all living beings.
In a social media post, Jakhar said the Indian practice of feeding the first roti to a cow and the last to a dog reflects the country’s ethos of coexistence. He noted that this belief system upholds dignity and the right to life for all creatures, regardless of their status.
Referring to the Supreme Court’s November 7, 2025 order, which directed the removal of stray dogs from railway stations, schools, hospitals, bus stops and other public areas for relocation to designated shelters after sterilisation and vaccination, Jakhar cautioned against approaches that could result in cruelty.
He warned that indiscriminate rounding up of animals may eventually lead to painful extermination and described such measures as incompatible with Indian values. As the next hearing approaches, Jakhar said he hoped that future directions would protect both public safety and the country’s unique moral framework.