Overview
- Kashish Sahani, who was shifted to Mumbai’s Kasturba Hospital, died Monday during treatment, according to multiple reports.
- She was scratched by a stray dog about five to six months earlier and, fearing injections, did not complete the anti-rabies vaccination.
- Her condition suddenly worsened days before her death as she stopped eating and drinking and developed red eyes, symptoms consistent with advanced rabies.
- The Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation launched an inquiry, put the area on high alert, and began screening family members and other close contacts.
- Doctors stressed that rabies is preventable with quick wound washing and a full vaccine course, and residents pressed officials for stronger action on stray dogs as an opposition leader visited the family.