West Bengal - Claim for Street Dog Attack

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Claim for Street Dog Attack, the applicant has to approach the respective state Municipality Department link
2. The first and most crucial step is to prioritize health and safety. Seek medical help immediately, especially if the bite is deep, bleeding, or causing significant pain.
3. Visit a nearby hospital or medical clinic for appropriate treatment, cleaning of the wound, and necessary vaccinations.
4. While receiving medical care, try to gather evidence related to the dog attack. This can include photographs of your injuries, torn clothing, or any other visible signs of the incident. Gathering evidence will be helpful when filing a complaint or claim later.
5. The applicant has to contact the local municipality council or animal control department to report the street dog attack. Provide them with details of the incident, including the location, time, and description of the dog.
6. They may conduct an investigation and take necessary action to prevent future incidents.
7. If the dog attack has caused significant harm, the applicant may consider filing a police complaint.
8. Visit the local police station and provide them with a detailed account of the incident. Submit any evidence you have collected to support your case.
9. The police will register a First Information Report (FIR) and initiate an investigation.
10. Keep a record of all medical bills, prescriptions, and other expenses related to your treatment. These documents will be essential when seeking compensation or reimbursement for your medical costs.
11. The applicant has to submit a written letter to the concerned officer.
12. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. (If required)
13. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
14. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
15. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
16. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
17. The fee for this claim is free of cost.
18. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
19. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
20. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
21. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
22. For further process, the applicant has to visit the office and follow the instruction given by the officer.
23. This entire process can be completed within 20 – 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form / Writtern letter
• ID proof (birth certificate, PAN card, Aadhar card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Medical records
• Photographs
• Incident Report
• Police Complaint/FIR
• Bills and Receipts
• Income Loss Documentation
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Panchayats & Rural Development
Government Of West Bengal
Joint Administrative Building,
(6th to 10th Floors)
Block: HC, Plot No.7
Sector-III, Salt Lake City
Kolkata – 700106
Telephone No: 033-2334 0047/5 033-2334 5542
Mail: [email protected]
Contact link

West Bengal Municipal Service Commission
149, ACHARYA JAGADISH CHANDRA BOSE ROAD
KOLKATA - 700 014
ENQUIRY NO. - 033 2265 792
Contact link

Eligibility

The applicant may be eligible to claim compensation for a street dog attack in India if they meet the following criteria:

• The applicant was bitten or attacked by a stray dog.
• The attack took place in a public place.
• The applicant was not the aggressor in the attack.
• The applicant suffered physical injuries as a result of the attack.

Fees

• The fee for this claim is free of cost.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 20 – 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Parents details
• Injured details
• Place of attack
• Time of attack
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A claim for a street dog attack in India refers to the process of seeking compensation or legal redress for injuries, damages, or losses resulting from an attack by a street dog.
• When someone is bitten or injured by a street dog, they may be eligible to file a claim to recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and suffering, or other damages caused by the incident.

Information which might help

• The amount of compensation that a person may be awarded will depend on the severity of their injuries and the cost of their medical treatment. In some cases, the person may also be awarded compensation for pain and suffering.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

Here are some of the laws that govern claims for street dog attacks in India:

• The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960: This law prohibits the ill-treatment of animals, including stray dogs.
• The Animal Birth Control (Dogs) Rules, 2001: These rules govern the sterilization of stray dogs.
• The Supreme Court of India's judgment in the case of Justice Sirijagan Committee v. State of Kerala: This judgment established a procedure for victims of stray dog attacks to file compensation claims.