Sindh Reports 2 Lac Cases of Dog Bites in 2026
Sindh’s rabies crisis is growing more serious, with at least 35 people dying from the disease in the first nine … Read More The post Sindh Reports 2 Lac Cases of Dog Bites in 2026 appeared first on ProPakistani .
Sindh is experiencing a growing rabies crisis, with over 200,000 dog-bite cases reported across the province from January to September 2026, resulting in at least 35 deaths. Karachi has seen more than 40,000 cases across four major hospitals, with Indus Hospital Karachi alone handling around 14,000 cases. Experts warn that the true number of cases may be higher due to inconsistent reporting and record-keeping.
The actual situation is said to be alarming in the city, where more than 7,000 additional cases were recorded in other hospitals. Rabies becomes fatal once symptoms appear, so immediate medical treatment is crucial. Officials emphasize the importance of dog sterilization, vaccination, and better control of stray dogs to control the crisis.
Health facilities across Sindh have improved their treatment capacity by 30 percent compared to the same period last year, treating around 45,000 victims and administering nearly 138,000 anti-rabies vaccines. Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah urged citizens to seek immediate medical help after dog bites or scratches, stressing that early treatment is essential to prevent the disease's fatal outcome.
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