Now the compensation of 5 lakhs will be given on dog bite? Know what is this new rule and how you will get money

Nowadays, the terror of stray dogs in the streets has increased so much that people are also afraid to go for a morning walk or send children out. There are reports of dog bites from some corner of the country almost every day. Most people sit silent by considering it as their luck and spending a few thousand rupees on treatment.

But now the era of sitting silent! If you or someone who knows you a stray dog, then leave the cost of treatment, you Compensation of millions of rupees Can also be found. Yes, you heard absolutely right.

This is not a joke, but a very big and historical decision of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which has become an example for the whole country.

What is this whole matter and why did the court give this order?

Recently, the Punjab and Haryana High Court, while hearing a petition, made it clear that if a stray dog ​​bites a person, it would have the entire responsibility of the local administration of that area (such as the Municipal Corporation or Panchayat).

The court believes that it is the duty of the administration to protect citizens from stray dogs. If the administration fails to perform this duty, such as not to sterilize dogs or not keep them in a shelter home, then it will have to be compensated to the victim.

How much will be compensated?

The court has also fixed the compensation amount:

• Death due to dog bites: To the victim’s family 5 lakh rupees Compensation of
• When there is a serious injury (meat out): at least 2 lakh rupees Compensation of
• On a slight injury: 1 lakh rupees Compensation up to

The biggest question: How will you get this compensation?

This is the most important part. Unfortunately if such an incident happens to you, then you have to take some steps to get compensation:

1. First of all get treatment: This is most important. Immediately go to a government hospital and get your treatment started. Keep all the pamphlets of the doctor’s report and anti-rabies vaccine.
2. Gather all the evidence: Cure prescription, medical bills, photos of your injury, and also keep an FIR copy of the event if possible. The stronger evidence you have, the stronger your case will be.
3. Where to complain?: For compensation, you have to file a written complaint in your area’s Municipal Corporation (Municipal Corporation) or District Collector (DC) office. Put a copy of all the evidence with your complaint.
4. Create pressure: Sometimes it is possible that the officers try to avoid your point. In such a situation, you may have to run a little. But remember, the court order is with you.

Is this rule applicable all over India?

See, this decision of Punjab and Haryana High Court currently applies directly in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh. But this decision has become a very big example for the rest of the country’s courts and administration.

This means that even if you live in another state, you can also pressurize your municipal corporation to compensate by citing this decision. In many states, there is already a law to compensate dog bites, just the amount may be different.

This decision is not just about compensation, it is a big step to remind the administration their responsibility and find a permanent solution to the stray dog ​​problem. Know your rights and reach it to others.