Nagpur, 21 Aug (HS): Despite

several legal provisions and repeated directives issued from time to time, the

menace of stray dogs in Nagpur continues to trouble citizens. Residents are

still forced to face attacks and harassment from stray dogs, raising serious

concerns over public safety.

The Nagpur Bench of

the Bombay High Court has now questioned why no effective action has been taken

so far and why officials responsible for curbing the menace should not face

accountability. The court was hearing a petition highlighting the dangers posed

by the uncontrolled stray dog population.

During the hearing,

the judges observed that the administration has failed to act decisively,

despite the availability of guidelines and mechanisms to control the stray animals.

The court has sought a detailed explanation from the municipal corporation and

the police by September 9.

The petitioner

demanded urgent measures to control the stray dog menace.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar