Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Odisha Dog Attack: Rabies Kills Athlete, Farmer
In Odisha, a para-athlete who played sports for India and a farmer sadly passed away because they got rabies.
They were bitten by a dog that was sick with the disease.
The dog bit several people, causing serious injuries, especially to the athlete's face.
Although they got shots to help prevent rabies, the infection spread quickly.
Health officials are reminding everyone to be careful and get vaccinated if they are bitten by a dog.
A para-athlete and a farmer died from rabies after being bitten by a rabid dog in Odisha.
The dog attacked six individuals on July 23, including school children, causing serious injuries.
Despite receiving post-bite vaccinations, the victims' conditions worsened due to the severity and location of the bites.
The para-athlete was known for representing India in national floorball tournaments and para-athletic achievements.
Health officials have urged residents to get vaccinated and be vigilant regarding dog bites.
- Who
- A para-athlete named Jogendra Chhatria and farmer Hrushikesh Rana.
- What
- Two individuals died from rabies after being bitten by a rabid dog.
- When
- The dog attacks occurred on July 23.
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- The infection spread rapidly due to the severity of the bites, leading to the victims' deaths.
- Victims
- Jogendra Chhatria and Hrushikesh Rana
- Cause of Death
- Rabies
- Location
- Odisha, India
- Incident Date
- July 23
- Injured
- 6 individuals