Stray Dog Attacks Six People in Ulhasnagar, Two Women Seriously Injured

Among the victims, two women sustained serious injuries. The growing number of stray dog attacks in the city has sparked concerns.

Stray dog attacks have become a pressing concern in Ulhasnagar, with six people being attacked by a stray dog in the Camp 1 area on Monday morning, February 12. Two women among the victims sustained serious injuries.

This incident comes amid a surge in stray dog attacks in the city, with locals reporting that 22 people were bitten by stray dogs over the past week. The increasing number of stray dogs has sparked demands from residents for urgent sterilisation measures to control the population.

In Ulhasnagar, the presence of stray dogs has become a significant issue due to poor living conditions and leftover food, which attracts the dogs and leads them to form groups. These groups often pose a threat to pedestrians, students, and late-night workers.

On Monday morning, a stray dog attacked six people in Veer Tanaji Nagar, Camp 1 area of Ulhasnagar in Thane district. Among the victims, Ranjana Sonawane and Kokila Jogdand sustained severe injuries.

Kokila Jogdand suffered a fractured leg and was admitted to the Government Central Hospital in Camp 3, while Ranjana Sonawane is undergoing treatment at Rukminibai Hospital in Kalyan.

The incident has highlighted the urgent need for effective sterilisation programmes and proper implementation by municipal bodies to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of residents.