The Constitution of India protects all living beings, and we should be proud of this and of the judges who uphold it. The Bombay High Court at Goa has taken a strong stand on the lack of emergency services for stray animals. This followed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by animal activist Indresh Advani, whose commitment to animal welfare deserves appreciation. The Goa government told the High Court that it is in the process of procuring animal ambulances. This is a positive step, but its implementation must be monitored regularly. The government said an earlier tender received no bids, following which the timeline was extended. The PIL seeks 24/7 animal ambulance services and demands at least one ambulance in every taluka. While a state-wide rollout is pending, Mormugao launched an independent animal ambulance and rescue van in February 2026, which is a welcome initiative for animal welfare.
