India, May 19 -- The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed all applications seeking modifications to its November 7, 2025 order regarding the relocation and sterilisation of stray dogs, reaffirming its stance on addressing the growing stray animal crisis.

The apex court also rejected pleas challenging the validity of the standard operating procedures issued by the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) concerning stray animals. It observed that states and Union Territories had failed to make sustained efforts to develop the necessary infrastructure to deal with the increasing stray dog population.

Emphasising the broader public safety concerns, the court stated, "The right to life with dignity encompasses the right to live freely without the...