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Following the Supreme Court's directive to remove stray dogs from public spaces such as schools, hospitals, railway stations, and bus stops, animal rights activist and BJP leader Menaka Gandhi expressed significant concern on Friday. She highlighted the lack of adequate shelters for these animals, stating that the situation is as dire as, if not worse than, the ruling by Justice Pardiwala. Gandhi questioned the feasibility of the order, asking, "If 5,000 dogs are removed, where will they be kept? You would need 50 shelters, but those do not exist."

Gandhi further emphasized that resources and personnel are essential for the removal process. She pointed out that removing 5,000 dogs from a population of 800,000 would have minimal impact. "If it were feasible, it would have been done already," she remarked.

Meanwhile, Nanita Sharma, a lawyer and petitioner in the Supreme Court, noted that the recent order mirrors a previous ruling from August 11. The directive involves relocating dogs from government and educational institutions, with a nodal officer appointed to ensure they do not return. Sharma expressed hope for divine justice, stating that such injustices against voiceless animals should not occur.

Sharma also mentioned that the Animal Birth Control (ABC) regulations prohibit relocation, yet this decision was justified on the grounds of culling. She described the situation as unfortunate, emphasizing the need for well-maintained shelters. Gauri Maulekhi, a trustee of People for Animals India, criticized the Supreme Court's decision, claiming that the bench did not hear any parties involved and issued a very "unfortunate ruling."