Dog-bite deaths: Rs. 5 lakh relief

• Government revises compensation structure
• Rs. 5,000 for non-fatal dog bites

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Government has introduced a revised compensation structure for stray dog bite cases across all Municipal Corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA).

The updated order, dated  Nov. 18, 2025, replaces key portions of the earlier notification issued on Oct. 30, 2023, and aims to ensure quicker financial aid and smoother access to emergency treatment.

Under the new norms, the State has standardised the payout for non-fatal dog bite incidents. Individuals who suffer puncture wounds, deep bruises, lacerations or multiple bites will now be eligible for a total relief amount of Rs. 5,000.

Of this, Rs. 3,500 will be paid directly to victim by Urban Development Department. At the same time, the remaining Rs. 1,500 will be deposited with the Suvarna Arogya Suraksha Trust to support immediate medical attention — particularly in private hospitals where victims often struggle with                                            upfront expenses.

Officials said the revised structure is intended to avoid delays in treatment and ensure that those unable to pay initially at private facilities receive timely medical care without hesitation.

For severe cases, the Government has fixed a uniform compensation of Rs. 5 lakh for families of individuals who die due to stray dog attacks or from rabies contracted through such bites.

The enhanced support is expected to provide some relief to grieving families while signalling the Government’s response to rising public concern over dog attack incidents in urban areas.

Along with financial reforms, the order mandates the formation of a dedicated committee in every GBA jurisdiction. The committee will verify cases, confirm eligibility and ensure that compensation is released without unnecessary delays — an effort to improve accountability and reduce prolonged processing time for victims.