The Aug 11 order was stringent and demanded immediate compliance in the public interest. The Aug 22 order is more in line with established animal welfare laws, while also addressing public safety concerns.

SC mandates sterilization, designated feeding areas for stray dogs nationwide, prioritizing humane treatment and public safety.

SC directed authorities in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram to create shelters for at least 5,000 dogs within six to eight weeks and to ensure no captured animals are released back onto the streets.

Rajesh Sakaria, accused of attacking Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, has a criminal record in Rajkot, Gujarat, including assault and liquor-related charges.

An FIR has been lodged in the incident. This is the fifth such case filed in connection with protests and resistance related to action against stray dogs following a Supreme Court order issued last week,