New Delhi, Aug. 22 -- The Supreme Court on 22 August modified the earlier August 11 order of permanently relocating stray dogs from streets to dog shelters in Delhi-NCR. In a big win for animal right activists, it has directed the re-release of stray dogs, LiveLaw reported.

2. The court observed that dogs will be re-released following vaccination, except those infected with rabies or showcasing aggressive behaviour, LiveLaw reported.

3. MCD to create helpline number for violation, the report added.

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