Rewa (Madhya Pradesh): A 14-year-old boy in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa died of suspected rabies days after being bitten by a stray dog, despite receiving anti-rabies injections.
The case has raised serious concerns about the effectiveness of vaccines and the state’s handling of stray dog attacks.
According to information, the boy, Nitin, was a Class 9 student. He was attacked by a stray dog while returning home on June 16. His family rushed him to the district hospital, where doctors gave him anti-rabies shots.
For a few weeks, everything seemed normal. But soon, Nitin began showing serious symptoms, his body started shaking, his face twisted on its own, and he developed a fear of water and light.
His family took him to Rewa Medical College when his condition worsened. But according to them, doctors did not admit him. "They just gave three injections and sent us home. He was shaking and acting strange. He was our only child," said Nitin’s aunt, Rekha.
Nitin died shortly after. His family is now demanding answers. If the vaccines were given on time, why did they not work?
Rewa Collector Pratibha Pal said that a probe has been ordered. "We are seeking expert medical opinion. A report has been sought from the hospital superintendent. Action will be taken after the investigation," she told NDTV.
Social worker J.P. Kushwaha, who is helping the family, said the system failed them. "This family is poor. No help came from the government. And there are reports of expired or fake vaccines in many places. How can people trust this?"
