CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Oct 2022 (Haryana): The Haryana government made dog licenses or registration mandatory in the state. Due to an increase in the number of dog attacks and bites, the Haryana government made attaining a doc license mandatory for people. Every pet owner must register their dogs on the Saral Portal.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pet dog registration is compulsory under GMC Act, denying/failing is violation of law and is punishable.

Detailed explanation-3: -As per the civic authorities of your local body, any individual who wanted to bring home a pet dog then it must be registered as per the norms. The main motive to get a pet registered is to take preventive action on rabies and leptospirosis.

Detailed explanation-4: -DELHI: In the national capital, under the Delhi Municipal Act, 1956, Section 399, it’s mandatory for all pet owners to get their dogs registered on the municipal body’s portal by paying a fee of Rs 500. The rule applies even to those who have adopted stray dogs.

Detailed explanation-5: -Contrary to other countries like the US, UK, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, Ireland, etc., India does not have any pan-India law for dog-licenses. But pet owners can get their dogs registered with the local municipal authorities based on their city and state. You can also register your dog with KCI – Kennel Club of India.