India, Nov. 3 -- The Supreme Court monitoring stray dog bite incidents on Monday took serious note of the violations of its order by employees of government offices feeding and encouraging stray dogs in clear disregard to court's directions on designated feeding spots and posted the matter for passing orders on Friday.

A bench of justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and NV Anjaria said, "We will be issuing directions with respect to government institutions and public sector undertakings where employees are feeding the dogs, and supporting and encouraging stray dogs in the area."

The court's remark was well-timed as chief secretaries of all states and union territories - except West Bengal, Telangana and Kerala - were present in the court...