Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma shares a pointed questionnaire on X, challenging the Supreme Court’s new directive on sterilising and releasing stray dogs in Delhi/NCR.
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has raised serious concerns over the Supreme Court’s revised order on managing stray dogs in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR). The new directive requires stray dogs to be sterilised, vaccinated, and returned to their original locations — except for those that are rabid or show aggressive behaviour.
Key Questions Raised by Varma
Varma’s posts on X (formerly Twitter) include a series of questions for authorities and the court, questioning the practicality and safety of the order:
- Vaccination vs. Safety:
“How does a dog’s vaccination certificate protect children from bites or attacks? Are dogs expected to ‘read’ their medical files before deciding to bite?” - Testing Capacity Concerns:
“Do we have the infrastructure, manpower, and funds to test millions of stray dogs for rabies accurately?” - Mental Health of Dogs:
“Who will monitor and assess the mental health of each dog? If a dog attacks one moment and wags its tail the next, how do we decide if it’s aggressive or friendly?” - Legal and Practical Challenges:
“Will there be special courts to examine every dog before deciding its fate? How feasible is this?”
Questions on Feeding Restrictions and Designated Zones
The Supreme Court also banned feeding stray dogs in public areas, allowing it only in designated zones. Varma challenges this, asking:
- “Who decides these ‘designated areas,’ and on what basis?”
- “How will stray dogs know where to find these feeding spots? Will there be Google Maps for dogs?”
- “How do authorities plan to prevent dogs from migrating between localities?”
Concern for Victims Left Unaddressed
Varma also highlights a critical omission in the order — the safety and rights of victims of dog attacks, including children. He questions why there is no mention of protecting these victims or addressing fatalities caused by dog attacks.
Varma’s Request to the Supreme Court
Ram Gopal Varma concludes by urging the Supreme Court to carefully consider these practical challenges and public safety concerns before implementing the final order.
Ram Gopal Varma’s outspoken critique reflects broader public worries about balancing animal welfare with human safety. His pointed questions urge a more pragmatic, inclusive approach to managing stray dogs in India’s urban areas.
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