30 Mar
Delhi to Raise Fine for Unleashed Dogs from INR 50 to 1000
Delhi: The government of Delhi is set to increase the penalty for pet dogs found roaming in public without a leash. The proposed change raises the fine from INR 50 to INR 1000, significantly increasing the cost of non-compliance.
The revision is part of amendments to the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957, introduced under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026. The bill was presented in Parliament as part of a wider effort to update civic laws and penalties.
Under the proposal, dog owners may be fined if their pets are seen without a leash in public areas. The rule applies to streets, parks, and other shared spaces. The current penalty of INR 50 has been in place for years. The proposed increase aims to strengthen enforcement and align fines with present-day urban conditions.
This change is one of several revisions being considered under the bill. Other civic penalties, including those related to sanitation and public nuisance, are also being reviewed. The proposal comes at a time when pet ownership in Delhi has grown, alongside discussions around safety and regulation in public spaces.
Once implemented, the revised fine will apply across areas governed under the municipal framework.
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