NHAI seeks modification of SC order directing it remove strays from highways
The November 2025 order was passed by a Bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath in suo motu proceedings against stray dog attacks
NHAI has requested the Chief Justice of India to modify a Supreme Court order instructing the removal of stray animals from public highways. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that NHAI cannot be responsible for rounding up and sheltering the animals, as the duty lies with local authorities. Compliance with the Supreme Court's directive would cost NHAI around ₹7,000 crore, according to Mehta.
The Supreme Court directed States and Union Territories to remove stray animals from areas like educational institutions, hospitals, and bus stands, and relocate them to designated shelters after sterilization and vaccination. The order was passed in November last year in response to an increasing number of accidents involving stray animals on highways.
NHAI has asked the Chief Justice to set up a bench to facilitate its request for a modification of the directive.
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