Nationwide Measles (B3 Variant) Outbreak: 828 Deaths, 141,204+ Cases
As of July 28, 2026, the nationwide measles epidemic (B3 variant) has persisted with 828 deaths and over 141,204 total cases recorded since mid-March 2026. Research by ICDDR,B indicates the virus is of the B3 genotype and confirms that current vaccines remain effective, despite breakthrough infections observed in specific groups. The surge, driven by low vaccination coverage and supply chain disruptions, continues to impact all age groups, primarily children. Dhaka, Sylhet, and Rangpur have seen significant fatalities.
Hazard specifics
Disease
measles
Confirmed cases
15,660
Suspected cases
125,544
Confirmed deaths
828
Notes
Ongoing nationwide measles epidemic (B3 variant). Surge attributed to declining routine vaccination coverage, supply chain disruptions, and herd immunity gaps. Research indicates vaccine effectiveness remains.
Affected scope
4 Records| Scope | Source wording |
|---|---|
| 58 · district | ৫৮টি জেলা |
| 759 · neighborhood | ৭৫৯টি স্থান |
| 8 · division | দেশব্যাপী ৮টি বিভাগ |
| country | সারা দেশ |
58 · district
৫৮টি জেলা759 · neighborhood
৭৫৯টি স্থান8 · division
দেশব্যাপী ৮টি বিভাগcountry
সারা দেশInvolved entities
5 RecordsWorld Health Organization
UNICEF
DNCC COVID-19 Dedicated Hospital
Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute
Holy Family Red Crescent Medical College
Named victims
4 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lipi Akter | 36 · Female | Hospitalized | — |
| Safia | 6 · Female | Hospitalized | — |
| Yusuf | 2 | Hospitalized Critical | Measles and pneumonia |
| Zakia | 11 · Female | Hospitalized | — |
Lipi Akter
Safia
Yusuf
Measles and pneumonia
Zakia
Causative Person
3 Records| Name | Age | Role | Legal status |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Health Organization | — | — | — |
| UNICEF | — | — | — |
| Mahmudur Rahman | — | Chair of the National Committee for Verification of Measles and Rubella Elimination (NVC) | — |
World Health Organization
UNICEF
Mahmudur Rahman
Chair of the National Committee for Verification of Measles and Rubella Elimination (NVC)Agencies deployed
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Cancellation of Eid holidays for healthcare staff; vaccination and isolation measures ongoing. Health ministry strengthening immunization program as of June 15.