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UGC mandates nodal officers, committees to manage stray dogs in educational institutions
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has mandated universities to prevent stray dogs on campuses, following a Supreme Court order due to rising dog-bite incidents. Institutions must appoint a nodal officer for coordination and establish Animal Welfare Committees for humane management. Compliance reports are required, balancing human safety with animal welfare. The advisory was issued on December 26, 2025.
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