Balaghat Dog Menace: 157 Bites in 18 Days, One Death Sparks Panic

• Balaghat faces severe dog menace: 157 bites reported in 18 days at the government hospital.
• Jameel Khan (Babbi Bhai) died after being attacked by 5 dogs, including 4 pets, while going for Fajr prayer.
• Family alleges negligence by district hospital and seeks compensation; victim had received 3 rabies vaccinations.
• Residents live in fear, impacting daily routines; children are kept indoors due to dog attacks.
• Complaints to the Municipality have been ineffective, with dogs being caught and then returned.

Why It Matters: Balaghat grapples with a deadly dog menace, sparking fear and calls for urgent municipal action.