Shivpuri Municipality on Alert as Black Dog Bites 65 People
Madhya Pradesh: Black dog bites 65 in Shivpuri, municipality on hunt

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In Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, a black dog has bitten approximately 65 individuals, prompting the local municipality to take immediate action to capture the animal. The situation has raised public health concerns, especially as municipal officials work to address the issue.
- 01The black dog has bitten around 65 people, including children and adults.
- 02Municipal officials, led by Ashok Khare, are actively tracking the dog for capture.
- 03Khare himself reported that the dog also bit his wife, necessitating a hospital visit.
- 04The Supreme Court recently declined to clarify its order on dog euthanasia amidst public statements from officials.
- 05An NGO has raised concerns about the misinterpretation of the Supreme Court's directive regarding euthanasia of stray dogs.
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In Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, a black dog has reportedly bitten around 65 individuals, including both children and adults, leading the Shivpuri Municipality to take urgent measures to capture the animal. Ashok Khare, the in-charge of the municipality, confirmed that municipal employees are actively searching for the dog, which has caused significant concern among residents. Khare himself experienced the incident firsthand when the dog bit his wife, prompting her hospitalization. The municipality has deployed teams to track the dog in various directions, following orders from the Chief Municipal Officer for immediate action. Concurrently, the Supreme Court has declined to clarify its order regarding the euthanasia of stray dogs, despite an NGO's request for clarification on the matter. The NGO, Animals Are People Too, argues that the court's directive is being misinterpreted, leading to unjustified killings of dogs. The ongoing situation highlights the complexities of managing stray dog populations and public safety.
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The dog bites have raised public health concerns in Shivpuri, prompting municipal action.
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