Overview
- The Greater Chennai Corporation told the Madras High Court that no penalties will be levied for not muzzling dogs in public spaces.
- City counsel confirmed that owners face a ₹500 fine if dogs are found off leash in public areas.
- Officials reported 82,000 licence applications and 35,348 vaccinations and certifications under the ongoing pet registration drive.
- The licensing deadline was extended to December 7 with flexibility, and microchipping was clarified as a one-time identification requirement.
- Portal issues were addressed, including removal of an unintended four-application limit and a fix for registering Indian mongrels, while NGOs can license animals in their care and transfer registrations at no charge.