Stray dog attacks and rabies outbreak in Sundarganj, Gaibandha
Starting April 22, 2026, multiple stray dog attacks occurred in Sundarganj, Gaibandha, notably in Kanchibari and Chaparhati Unions, resulting in 14 injuries. Following these incidents, five individuals died from rabies within seven days in May 2026 due to complications and delays in post-exposure prophylaxis. A High Court directive has mandated an investigation by the local Civil Surgeon to assess potential negligence in treatment.
Hazard specifics
Disease
Rabies
Confirmed cases
14
Suspected cases
14
Confirmed deaths
5
Notes
Rabies outbreak resulting from stray dog bites in Sundarganj, Gaibandha, leading to transmission, exacerbated by treatment gaps.
Involved entities
1 RecordRabid stray dog
Named victims
5 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afroza Begum | 50 · Female | Dead | — |
| Fulu Mia (Ful Miah) | 52 · Male | Dead | — |
| Nanda Rani | 55 · Female | Dead | — |
| Ratneswar Kumar | 42 · Male | Dead | — |
| Sharmin Sultana | 52 · Female | Dead | — |
Afroza Begum
Fulu Mia (Ful Miah)
Nanda Rani
Ratneswar Kumar
Sharmin Sultana
Agencies deployed
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
The High Court ordered the Civil Surgeon of Gaibandha to investigate the incident and submit a report by June 8, 2026.