It is celebrated annually to raise awareness about rabies prevention and to highlight progress in defeating this horrifying disease.
28 September also marks the anniversary of Louis Pasteur's death, the French chemist and microbiologist, who developed the first rabies vaccine. World Rabies Day
Today, safe and efficacious animal and human vaccines are among the important tools that exist to eliminate human deaths from rabies while awareness is the key driver for success of communities to engage in effective rabies prevention. World Rabies Day
Stray Dog Laws in India 2026: Why Every Citizen Must Know The Rules:
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Workshop “Rabies Prevention” on 28th September, 2026.
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Participation in Workshop regarding “Rabies Prevention” on 28th September, 2026.
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This is to inform you that the Chandigarh NSS Cell, Education Department, Chandigarh
Administration in collaboration with Karuna Eco Companions Foundation (NGO) is going to organize Workshop under the theme of “Rabies Prevention” on the occasion of Celebration of “World Rabies Day” on 28th September, 2026 at PG Government College for Girls, Sector-42, Chandigarh.
The aim of the workshop to enhance knowledge regarding Rabies, its prevention, early response safety measures and the importance of creating awareness among NSS Programme Officers, NSS Volunteers, Students and communities.
In this regard, you are requested to depute Best NSS Volunteers along with the NSS Programme
Officer to attend the perform management duties state level Anti-Drug Awareness Programme from 2nd March, 2026 to Workshop under the theme of “Rabies Prevention” on 28th September, 2026 at PG Government College for Girls, Sector-42, Chandigarh. The reporting time 09:15 AM Sharp.
Master Arav, Taran, Deepanshu, Class XII B
Master Arnav, XII A
If any queries, please contact
Ms. Neha Rani
Director
Karuna Eco Companions Foundation
Mobile No. 98785-51489.
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What RWAs and Housing Societies Can and Cannot Do
RWAs, gated communities and housing societies are often where street dog conflicts peak. Understanding what they can actually do under stray dog laws India 2026 helps both residents and feeders respond correctly.
RWAs cannot
- Order or arrange killing, poisoning or physical removal of community dogs on their own authority. That remains illegal under PCA and ABC Rules 2023.
- Hire private contractors to pick up and dump dogs elsewhere, which amounts to illegal relocation and cruelty.
- Issue blanket bans on all feeding of stray dogs across all surrounding public spaces.
RWAs can
- Frame reasonable rules about where and when feeding is allowed inside and immediately around the society, focusing on safety and hygiene.
- Work with municipal bodies to ensure proper ABC implementation for all community dogs in and around the complex.
- Report specific dogs that show repeated unprovoked aggression, so that the municipality can assess them and, where necessary, shift them to shelters or take other steps under court guidelines.
- Partner with animal welfare organisations to conduct awareness drives, vaccination camps and responsible feeding programmes.
If your RWA issues a notice that clearly violates PCA Act, ABC Rules or Supreme Court guidelines, residents can challenge it with the local administration and, if needed, in court.
Dog Bite Law in India 2026 : Dog bite incidents, especially involving children, have pushed courts and governments to refine both animal welfare and public safety obligations.Under stray dog laws India 2026, both stray dog bite victims and pet owners have clearly defined rights and responsibilities.
If a stray dog bites you : Municipal bodies are under increased scrutiny to prevent repeated dog attacks, particularly when they have failed to implement ABC and vaccination programmes properly. In many cases, victims can seek compensation where negligence is established.
You should:
- Seek immediate medical care and request free Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) at government facilities, which are expected to provide anti rabies treatment.
- Report the incident to the municipality with as much detail as possible about location, time and the dog involved, so they can track and manage the animal.
- Explore legal advice to pursue compensation if there is clear evidence of municipal inaction in a high risk area.
If your pet dog bites someone : Pet owners remain directly liable under IPC Section 289 for negligent conduct if their dog causes injury because they were careless, such as walking the dog off leash in crowded spaces. Owners may also face civil claims for damages and medical costs.
Courts expect pet parents to follow local rules on leashing, muzzling in high risk areas, vaccination and licensing.
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