August 9, 2016

Do you know that Supreme Court has upheld that if a stray dog bites a citizen he can file suit for damages against the Government

In a very interesting case the Hon'ble Supreme Court has upheld a decision where it is held that its is the duty of the State to protect citizen against stray dogs.

In instant case, wife of petitioner was bitten by a stray dog.

The petitioner asked for damages against the state.

The supreme Court directed payment of compensation.

More details about the judgment can be found on Google.

The case title of Supreme Court judgment is Anupam tripathi vs Union of India and Ors.

Haresh Raichura
9/8/2016