Rabies

Odisha faces surge in dog bite cases: Over 5.2 lakh incidents recorded in 2023

NEW DELHI: Odisha has seen a dramatic increase in the Dog biting case with a staggering 5.20 lakh cases reported since the beginning of 2023. According to Gokulananda Mallick, Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister, the State has been reporting an average of 23,647 dog bite incidents per month which is marking a significant public health challenge.   In a […]

Of stray dogs, judges & Indian constitution

On April 30, 1947, a powerful right was given to Indian citizens via unanimous decision. Often referred to as the bedrock of the Constitution is the Fundamental Right to Life and Personal Liberty, enunciated in Article 21 – “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by […]