Supreme Court Stays Relocation of Deer from Hauz Khas Park Over Wildlife Law Concerns

The Supreme Court stayed the Delhi Development Authority's (DDA) plan to relocate approximately 600 spotted deer from AN Jha Deer Park in Hauz Khas, following a plea by the New Delhi Nature Society.

The petition alleged relocation violated the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, as the deer were being moved to predator-heavy sanctuaries in Rajasthan without proper habitat assessments or veterinary checks.

Also challenged the use of the "Boma method" to capture vulnerable deer like pregnant females and fawns.

The Court ordered status quo and directed the DDA to ensure proper care of the deer until the next hearing on May 16.