Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Rabies Deaths in Tamil Nadu: Pet Owner Measures
Rabies is a serious disease that can be prevented by vaccinating pets and keeping them supervised.
This year, 28 people in Tamil Nadu have died from rabies after being bitten by dogs.
To protect yourself and others, make sure your pets are vaccinated, keep them indoors or supervised, and teach your family safe behavior around animals.
If you or someone else is bitten, wash the wound immediately and seek medical advice.
28 deaths from rabies in Tamil Nadu this year
5.25 lakh dog bite instances reported
Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms start
Vaccination is the best defense for pets and humans
Community vaccination drives help stop rabies spread
- Who
- Pet owners and the public in Tamil Nadu
- What
- Should follow measures to prevent rabies
- When
- Currently, with 28 deaths reported this year
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, India
- Why
- To prevent rabies deaths and protect the community
- Total deaths in Tamil Nadu
- 28
- Dog bite instances reported
- 5.25 lakh
- Vaccination coverage needed
- 70% of dog population