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While disposing of the petition, court recorded that the representation would be decided within three months
The central government on Wednesday assured the Delhi High Court that it would swiftly deliberate on the demand for a ban on licenses for breeds of dogs deemed dangerous.
Following this assurance, the bench, comprising Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Mini Pushkarna, disposed of a petition advocating for a prohibition on such breeds.
The petition, filed by The Legal Attorneys & Barristers Law Firm, identified dangerous breeds, including Pitbull, Terrier, American Bulldog, Rottweiler, Japanese Tosa, Bandog, Neapolitan Mastiff, Wolf Dog, Boerboel, Presa Canario, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, Cane Corso, Dogo Argentino, and crossbreeds involving these dogs.
The counsel representing the Union of India informed the court that a decision would be made expeditiously, preferably within three months, following consultations with all stakeholders.
In response, the petitioner's counsel argued that no action had been taken on the representation, despite 35 countries imposing a ban on such "dangerous dogs."
Addressing the matter, the court noted the diversity of dog breeds in India, emphasizing that many are acclimatized to local conditions and require care. Justice Manmohan remarked that these local breeds are often more stable, suggesting that a "local for vocal" campaign could also be implemented concerning dog ownership.
Upon disposing of the petition, the court recorded that the representation would be decided within three months. Additionally, it granted the petitioner the liberty to approach the court again in case of any grievances.
The plea highlighted the absence of government data on the "increasing breed of dangerous dogs" and underscored various incidents of dog bite cases.
The petition asserted that the respondents are obligated to act as a welfare state, taking preemptive action to protect citizens' lives from the potential risk of significant dog bite incidents involving the specified dangerous breeds.
Case Title: The Legal Attorneys and Barristers Law Firm v. Union of India & Ors.
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