Will Impose Heavy Compensation For Every Dog Bite Death: SC To States

The Supreme Court has warned states that they will face "heavy compensation" for every dog bite and death related to stray dog attacks. The top court also questioned why stray dogs should be allowed to roam freely, biting and chasing people, and suggested that dog feeders could be held liable for attacks that leave a lifelong impact.

During the hearing, the Supreme Court asked, "For every dog bite, for every death, we will be likely fixing heavy compensation for states for not making requisite arrangements. And also liability to dog feeders. You take them to your house, keep them, why should they be allowed to roam around, biting, chasing? The effect of a dog bite is lifelong."

The court also raised concerns about the safety of children and the elderly, citing instances where people have been attacked and killed by stray dogs.